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Headcheese, pork

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Headcheese falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (47%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus56 mg6%
Low
Sodium941 mg47%
High
Potassium31 mg2%
Low

About this food

About Headcheese: 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

From the sodium angle (47%), Headcheese must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein13.8 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
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

A common practice is: 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 Headcheese safe for kidney disease?

Headcheese scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (47% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Headcheese rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (941 mg, 47%) is the most prominent of Headcheese's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Headcheese?

Per 100 g, Headcheese provides Sodium 941 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (47%).

Is Headcheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Headcheese falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 31 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Headcheese compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Headcheese ranks more on Sodium (941 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.