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Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork's Sodium reaches 110% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus506 mg51%
High
Sodium2193 mg110%
High
Potassium539 mg27%
High

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Pork is worth a closer look - 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

Pork's sodium is the top contributor (110% 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

Protein35.7 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
Purine140.7 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

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 Pork safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Pork is Higher risk - Sodium (110%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Pork's Sodium is 2193 mg, 110% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

Per 100 g, Pork contains Sodium 2193 mg, which is 110% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Pork exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 539 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Pork has more Sodium - 2193 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.