Brie is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Brie — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
19%
Sodium
27%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Brie

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
334 kcal
Protein
21.0 g
Carbs
0.5 g
Fat
28.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
188 mg
19% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
629 mg
27% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
152 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Brie 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. Île-de-France.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brie safe for people with kidney disease?
Brie is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 188.0mg phosphorus, 629.0mg sodium, and 152.0mg 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 Brie?
A 100.0g serving of Brie contains 188mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Brie?
Per 100.0g serving, Brie provides 629mg of sodium — about 27% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Brie?
Brie contains 152mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Brie?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Brie 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.

More Meat & Protein

Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines