Ricotta Cheese

Q: Is Ricotta Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Ricotta Cheese is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 172.0mg phosphorus, 102.0mg sodium, and 178.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Ricotta Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta Cheese contains 172mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Ricotta Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta Cheese provides 102mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Ricotta Cheese?

Ricotta Cheese contains 178mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

148 kcal

Protein

9.6 g

Carbs

6.0 g

Fat

9.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

172 mg

17% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

102 mg

4% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

178 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Ricotta 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: 14201500)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricotta Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Ricotta Cheese is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 172.0mg phosphorus, 102.0mg sodium, and 178.0mg 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 Ricotta Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta Cheese contains 172mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Ricotta Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta Cheese provides 102mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Ricotta Cheese?

Ricotta Cheese contains 178mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Ricotta Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ricotta 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.