Pork, cured, ham with natural juices, rump, bone-in, separable lean and fat, 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)
Phosphorus231 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium838 mg42%
High
Potassium278 mg14%
Low
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
From the sodium angle (42%), Pork must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein19.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Pork is Higher risk - Sodium (42%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Pork rated Higher risk?
Rating basis: Pork's Sodium is 838 mg, 42% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.
How much Sodium is in Pork?
Per 100 g, Pork provides Sodium 838 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (42%).
Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Pork falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 278 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Pork ranks more on Sodium (838 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.