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Bacon, turkey, unprepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Bacon's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (53%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus222 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium1069 mg53%
High
Potassium349 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Bacon (Meat & Protein). Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Bacon's sodium (53%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein15.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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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 53% 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 53% of its limit (1069 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Bacon?

On a per-100 g basis, Bacon contains Sodium 1069 mg, or 53% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Bacon safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Bacon exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 349 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Bacon compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Bacon is more in Sodium (1069 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.