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Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Canadian bacon is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 50% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus309 mg31%
High
Sodium993 mg50%
High
Potassium999 mg50%
High

About this food

Canadian bacon 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

Canadian bacon's potassium is the top contributor (50% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein28.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.2 gNatural 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

Practical tip: 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 Canadian bacon safe for kidney disease?

Canadian bacon scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (50% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Canadian bacon rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (999 mg, 50%) is the most prominent of Canadian bacon's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Canadian bacon?

Per 100 g, Canadian bacon contains Potassium 999 mg, which is 50% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Canadian bacon safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Canadian bacon exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 999 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Canadian bacon compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Canadian bacon has more Potassium - 999 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.