Higher riskMortadella receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (62%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus97 mg10%
Low
Sodium1246 mg62%
High
Potassium163 mg8%
Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Mortadella - 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 at 62% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.
Other nutrients
Protein16.4 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
If you are managing mineral intake: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Mortadella is Higher risk - Sodium (62%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Mortadella rated Higher risk?
Rating basis: Mortadella's Sodium is 1246 mg, 62% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.
How much Sodium is in Mortadella?
Mortadella's Sodium content is 1246 mg per 100 g - 62% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Mortadella safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Mortadella falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 163 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Mortadella compare to other meat & protein foods?
How does Mortadella compare within Meat & Protein? Its Sodium (1246 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.