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Polish sausage, pork

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Polish sausage lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 44% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus136 mg14%
Low
Sodium876 mg44%
High
Potassium237 mg12%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Polish sausage 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

Polish sausage's sodium is the top contributor (44% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein14.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

Practical tip: 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 Polish sausage safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Polish sausage falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (44%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Polish sausage rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 876 mg, 44% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Polish sausage is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Polish sausage?

Per 100 g, Polish sausage contains Sodium 876 mg, which is 44% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Polish sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Polish sausage falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 237 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Polish sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Polish sausage has more Sodium - 876 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.