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Pork, fresh, loin, blade (roasts), boneless, separable lean and fat, cooked, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitFrom a daily-limit view, Pork lands in the Limit band: Phosphorus is highest at 27% - limit your intake.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus268 mg27%
High
Sodium67 mg3%
Low
Potassium439 mg22%
Moderate

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Pork is a typical example. 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 phosphorus is 27% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein26.5 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

A handy approach - 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 Limit. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 27% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pork rated Limit?

Pork is rated Limit because Phosphorus is 27% of its limit (268 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

Data: 100 g of Pork has Phosphorus 268 mg (27% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pork exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 439 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Pork carries more Phosphorus at 268 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.