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Beerwurst, beer salami, pork and beef

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBeerwurst is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 44% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus135 mg14%
Low
Sodium881 mg44%
High
Potassium244 mg12%
Low

About this food

Beerwurst sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 44%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein14 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.9 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: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: 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 Beerwurst safe for kidney disease?

Beerwurst scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (44% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beerwurst rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (881 mg, 44%) is the most prominent of Beerwurst's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Beerwurst?

In every 100 g of Beerwurst, Sodium is about 881 mg - roughly 44% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Beerwurst safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Beerwurst falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 244 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Beerwurst compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Beerwurst shows more Sodium (881 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.