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Pork, cured, ham, shank, bone-in, separable lean only, unheated

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pork falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (42%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus258 mg26%
High
Sodium846 mg42%
High
Potassium364 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

About Pork: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Pork's sodium is the top contributor (42% 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

Protein23.8 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?

Pork scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (42% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (846 mg, 42%) 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 contains Sodium 846 mg, which is 42% 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 364 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 - 846 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.