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Pate, truffle flavor

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Pate lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 40% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus200 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium807 mg40%
High
Potassium138 mg7%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Pate is a typical example. 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

From the sodium angle (40%), Pate must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein11.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine80 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 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 Pate safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pate is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 40% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Pate rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pate's Sodium is highest (807 mg, 40% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Pate?

Per 100 g, Pate provides Sodium 807 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (40%).

Is Pate safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Pate falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 138 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Pate compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Pate ranks more on Sodium (807 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.