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Pork, cured, ham and water product, rump, bone-in, separable lean only, unheated

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Pork is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 54% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus218 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium1070 mg54%
High
Potassium221 mg11%
Low

About this food

Pork is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Pork's sodium (54%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein17.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1 gNatural 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

Worth remembering: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pork falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (54%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1070 mg, 54% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Pork is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork contains Sodium 1070 mg, or 54% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pork falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 221 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Pork is more in Sodium (1070 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.