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Pork, cured, ham and water product, shank, bone-in, separable lean and fat, heated, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 47% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus193 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium945 mg47%
High
Potassium216 mg11%
Low

About this food

Pork sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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

Sodium leads at 47%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein18.2 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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Pork scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (47% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (945 mg, 47%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

In every 100 g of Pork, Sodium is about 945 mg - roughly 47% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Pork falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 216 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Pork shows more Sodium (945 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.