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Pork, cured, ham and water product, whole, boneless, separable lean only, unheated

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork's Sodium reaches 66% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus229 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium1310 mg66%
High
Potassium268 mg13%
Low

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 66% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein14.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.2 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

A handy approach - 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 (66% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (1310 mg, 66%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

Data: 100 g of Pork has Sodium 1310 mg (66% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pork falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 268 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Pork carries more Sodium at 1310 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.