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Bologna, pork, turkey and beef

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

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium1055 mg53%
High
Potassium222 mg11%
Low

About this food

Bologna (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

Sodium leads at 53%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein11.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 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

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 Bologna safe for kidney disease?

Bologna scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (53% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Bologna rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (1055 mg, 53%) is the most prominent of Bologna's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Bologna?

In every 100 g of Bologna, Sodium is about 1055 mg - roughly 53% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Bologna safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Bologna falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 222 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Bologna compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Bologna shows more Sodium (1055 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.