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

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 38% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus263 mg26%
High
Sodium760 mg38%
High
Potassium370 mg18%
Moderate

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

Pork's sodium (38%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein24.4 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

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?

Pork is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 38% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

Pork's Sodium content (760 mg) equals 38% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork contains Sodium 760 mg, or 38% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pork exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 370 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 (760 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.