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Pork, cured, ham with natural juices, whole, boneless, separable lean only, unheated

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Pork's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (55%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus303 mg30%
High
Sodium1098 mg55%
High
Potassium347 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Pork (Meat & Protein). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Pork's sodium (55%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein19.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1 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: Processed or concentrated

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pork is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 55% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

Pork is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 55% of its limit (1098 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork contains Sodium 1098 mg, or 55% 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 347 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 (1098 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.