Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

16%

Sodium

Potassium

12%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese

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

Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 162.0mg phosphorus, 105.0mg sodium, and 230.0mg 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 Whole Milk Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese contains 162mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese provides 105mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese?

Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese contains 230mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% 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

157 kcal

Protein

7.8 g

Carbs

6.9 g

Fat

11.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

162 mg

16% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

105 mg

5% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

230 mg

12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Ricotta Whole Milk 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 Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 323444)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 162.0mg phosphorus, 105.0mg sodium, and 230.0mg 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 Whole Milk Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese contains 162mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese provides 105mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese?

Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese contains 230mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Ricotta Whole Milk Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ricotta Whole Milk 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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