Gruyere Cheese (French)

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

French Gruyere cheese is low FODMAP at 40 g, listed as two slices. Fructose, lactose, mannitol, sorbitol, GOS and fructans are all low at this serving.

Serving sizes for gruyere cheese (french)

40 g is approximately two slices. The separate 500 g low reference is not a recommended meal portion.

Low
2 slicesabout 40 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Gruyere Cheese (French) and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
2 slices40 gNone detectedLow
Additional low reference; not a suggested serving500 gNone detectedLow

Breakdown for 2 slices

0gFructose
0gLactose
0gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
2 slicesabout 40 g

Is gruyere cheese (french) low FODMAP?

The catalogue includes an additional low reference at 500 g. That amount is not a recommendation for how much Gruyere to eat. The smaller 40 g portion is the practical comparison for a sandwich or grated topping. A low rating for the cheese does not establish the rating of a sauce, soup or other dish containing it.

Gruyere Cheese (French) and IBS: what to know

When considering Gruyere around IBS, note the cheese and the rest of the recipe separately. A thin melted layer can make the original quantity hard to judge after cooking. If you compare meals in a diary, record the amount added before melting as well as milk, bread and other ingredients.

Gut-friendly ways to eat gruyere cheese (french)

Grate a measured piece over a bake, or use weighed slices in a toasted sandwich. Divide the total cheese across the portions of a shared recipe, including any extra topping added later. Read the Comté guide if substituting that cheese, rather than relying on a general rule for all cheeses used in similar dishes.

Frequently asked questions

Are two slices of Gruyere low FODMAP?

The listed two slices total 40 g and are low. Check the weight if the slices are unusually thick or cut from a wedge.

Does melting make the portion larger or smaller?

Use the weight of cheese put into the dish. A spread-out melted layer can look different without changing the amount you added.

Can a Gruyere sauce inherit this low rating?

No. A sauce includes other ingredients and must be considered as a recipe, with its own quantities.

Does the catalogue recommend eating 500 g?

The larger figure records FODMAP information rather than meal-planning advice. It is not a suggested serving of Gruyere.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.