Foie Gras is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Foie Gras — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
20%
Sodium
30%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Foie Gras

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
462 kcal
Protein
11.0 g
Carbs
4.0 g
Fat
44.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
200 mg
20% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
697 mg
30% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
138 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Foie Gras 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

Imported from french-foods. USDA. Luxury.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foie Gras safe for people with kidney disease?
Foie Gras is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 200.0mg phosphorus, 697.0mg sodium, and 138.0mg 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 Foie Gras?
A 100.0g serving of Foie Gras contains 200mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 20% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Foie Gras?
Per 100.0g serving, Foie Gras provides 697mg of sodium — about 30% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Foie Gras?
Foie Gras contains 138mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Foie Gras?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Foie Gras 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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Last updated: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines