Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pork is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 84% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus388 mg39%
High
Sodium1684 mg84%
High
Potassium499 mg25%
Moderate
About this food
Pork belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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 (84%), Pork must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein33.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
Pork scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (84% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Pork rated Higher risk?
The reason: Sodium (1684 mg, 84%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.
How much Sodium is in Pork?
Per 100 g, Pork provides Sodium 1684 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (84%).
Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Pork exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 499 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Pork ranks more on Sodium (1684 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.