Swiss Chard — Acelga is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Swiss Chard — Acelga — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
5%
Sodium
9%
Potassium
19%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Swiss Chard — Acelga

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
19 kcal
Protein
1.8 g
Carbs
3.7 g
Fat
0.2 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
46 mg
5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
213 mg
9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
379 mg
19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Swiss Chard — Acelga 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 spanish-foods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swiss Chard — Acelga safe for people with kidney disease?
Swiss Chard — Acelga is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 46.0mg phosphorus, 213.0mg sodium, and 379.0mg 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 Swiss Chard — Acelga?
A 100.0g serving of Swiss Chard — Acelga contains 46mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Swiss Chard — Acelga?
Per 100.0g serving, Swiss Chard — Acelga provides 213mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Swiss Chard — Acelga?
Swiss Chard — Acelga contains 379mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Swiss Chard — Acelga?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Swiss Chard — Acelga 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: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines