CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

61%

Sodium

31%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Gruyere Cheese

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

Gruyere Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 714.0mg 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 Gruyere Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Gruyere 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 Gruyere Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Gruyere Cheese provides 714mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Gruyere Cheese?

Gruyere 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

413 kcal

Protein

29.8 g

Carbs

0.4 g

Fat

32.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

605 mg

61% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

714 mg

31% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

81 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Gruyere 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: 14105200)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Greek Whole Milk Yogurt

Original Original Dairy Free Oat Beverage

Chocolate Chocolate Protein 16 G Nutritional Shake

Enfamil Nutramigen Ready-to-feed Infant Formula

Phosphorus34 mg

Sodium31 mg

Potassium72 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gruyere Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Gruyere Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 714.0mg 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 Gruyere Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Gruyere 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 Gruyere Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Gruyere Cheese provides 714mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Gruyere Cheese?

Gruyere 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 Gruyere Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Gruyere 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.