Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

44%

Sodium

34%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Meat & Protein Avoid

Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese

Q: Is Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 444.0mg phosphorus, 781.0mg sodium, and 81.0mg 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 Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese contains 444mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 44% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese provides 781mg of sodium — about 34% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese contains 81mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% 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

313 kcal

Protein

28.2 g

Carbs

0.7 g

Fat

21.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

444 mg

44% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

781 mg

34% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

81 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: หลีกเลี่ยง for CKD

Monterey Reduced Fat 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: 14106500)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 444.0mg phosphorus, 781.0mg sodium, and 81.0mg 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 Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese contains 444mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 44% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese provides 781mg of sodium — about 34% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese contains 81mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Monterey Reduced Fat Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Monterey Reduced Fat 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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