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Bacon, meatless

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Bacon falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (73%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus70 mg7%
Low
Sodium1465 mg73%
High
Potassium170 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Bacon: Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. As a Legumes & Nuts item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Bacon's sodium is the top contributor (73% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein11.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bacon safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Bacon is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 73% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Bacon rated Higher risk?

Bacon is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 73% of its limit (1465 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Bacon?

Per 100 g, Bacon contains Sodium 1465 mg, which is 73% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Bacon safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Bacon falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 170 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Bacon compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Bacon has more Sodium - 1465 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.