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Bologna, chicken, pork, beef

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Bologna is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 56% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus227 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium1120 mg56%
High
Potassium313 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Bologna belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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

Bologna's sodium is 56% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein11.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine120 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Bologna safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Bologna is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (56%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Bologna rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Bologna's three minerals, Sodium is highest (1120 mg, 56%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Bologna?

Data: 100 g of Bologna has Sodium 1120 mg (56% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Bologna safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Bologna exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 313 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Bologna compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Bologna carries more Sodium at 1120 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.