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Pork, cured, ham -- water added, shank, bone-in, separable lean only, heated, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 53% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus216 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium1060 mg53%
High
Potassium241 mg12%
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

Pork's sodium (53%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein20.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 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?

Pork is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 53% 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 (1060 mg) equals 53% 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 1060 mg, or 53% 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 241 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 (1060 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.