CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

61%

Sodium

15%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Gruyère

Q: Is Gruyère safe for people with kidney disease?

Gruyère is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 336.0mg 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 Gruyère?

A 100.0g serving of Gruyère 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 Gruyère?

Per 100.0g serving, Gruyère provides 336mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Gruyère?

Gruyère 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

30.0 g

Carbs

0.4 g

Fat

32.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

605 mg

61% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

336 mg

15% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

81 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Gruyère 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. For onion soup.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Safe

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Phosphorus118 mg

Sodium95 mg

Potassium186 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gruyère safe for people with kidney disease?

Gruyère is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 605.0mg phosphorus, 336.0mg 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 Gruyère?

A 100.0g serving of Gruyère 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 Gruyère?

Per 100.0g serving, Gruyère provides 336mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Gruyère?

Gruyère 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 Gruyère?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Gruyère 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.