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Frankfurter, turkey

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrankfurter is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 46% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus172 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium911 mg46%
High
Potassium392 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

Frankfurter sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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

Sodium leads at 46%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein12.2 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
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

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 Frankfurter safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Frankfurter is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (46%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Frankfurter rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Frankfurter's three minerals, Sodium is highest (911 mg, 46%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Frankfurter?

In every 100 g of Frankfurter, Sodium is about 911 mg - roughly 46% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Frankfurter safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Frankfurter exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 392 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Frankfurter compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Frankfurter shows more Sodium (911 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.