CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

61%

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Swiss Cheese

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

Swiss Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 14.0mg sodium, and 111.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Swiss Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Swiss Cheese contains 605mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 61% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Swiss Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Swiss Cheese provides 14mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Swiss Cheese?

Swiss Cheese contains 111mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

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Calories

374 kcal

Protein

28.4 g

Carbs

3.4 g

Fat

27.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

605 mg

61% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

14 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

111 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Swiss Cheese contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 14109020)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Plain Plain Whole Milk Yogurt

Whole Lactose Free Ultra-filtered Milk

Phosphorus146 mg

Sodium52 mg

Potassium175 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swiss Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Swiss Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 14.0mg sodium, and 111.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Swiss Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Swiss Cheese contains 605mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 61% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Swiss Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Swiss Cheese provides 14mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Swiss Cheese?

Swiss Cheese contains 111mg 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 Swiss Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Swiss Cheese is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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