Regular Plain Cream Cheese is Moderate for kidney disease patients
Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Regular Plain Cream Cheese — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
11%
Sodium
16%
Potassium
6%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Regular Plain Cream Cheese

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
343 kcal
Protein
5.8 g
Carbs
4.6 g
Fat
33.5 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
108 mg
11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
368 mg
16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
125 mg
6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Regular Plain Cream Cheese is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 14301010)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regular Plain Cream Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?
Regular Plain Cream Cheese is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 108.0mg phosphorus, 368.0mg sodium, and 125.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Regular Plain Cream Cheese?
A 100.0g serving of Regular Plain Cream Cheese contains 108mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Regular Plain Cream Cheese?
Per 100.0g serving, Regular Plain Cream Cheese provides 368mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Regular Plain Cream Cheese?
Regular Plain Cream Cheese contains 125mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Regular Plain Cream Cheese?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Regular Plain Cream Cheese is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines