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Frankfurter, low sodium

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Frankfurter falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (16%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus87 mg9%
Low
Sodium311 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium166 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Frankfurter: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Frankfurter's sodium is 16% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein12 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
Purine137.2 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 Frankfurter safe for kidney disease?

Frankfurter scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Frankfurter rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (311 mg, 16%) is the most prominent of Frankfurter's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Frankfurter?

Data: 100 g of Frankfurter has Sodium 311 mg (16% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Frankfurter safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Frankfurter falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 166 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Frankfurter compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Frankfurter carries more Sodium at 311 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.