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Bologna, meat and poultry

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBologna receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (69%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus212 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium1379 mg69%
High
Potassium320 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Bologna - 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 (69%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein10.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2 gNatural 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

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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bologna safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Bologna is Higher risk - Sodium (69%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Bologna rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Bologna's Sodium is 1379 mg, 69% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Bologna?

On a per-100 g basis, Bologna contains Sodium 1379 mg, or 69% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Bologna safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Bologna exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 320 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Bologna compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Bologna is more in Sodium (1379 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.