ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pork falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Phosphorus (23%). Enjoy in moderation.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus228 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium56 mg3%
Low
Potassium356 mg18%
Moderate
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
Pork's phosphorus is the top contributor (23% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.
Other nutrients
Protein26.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
From a daily-limit standpoint, Pork is Moderate - Phosphorus (23%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Pork rated Moderate?
Rating basis: Pork's Phosphorus is 228 mg, 23% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Pork?
Per 100 g, Pork contains Phosphorus 228 mg, which is 23% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).
Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium diet, Pork exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 356 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.
How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?
Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Pork has more Phosphorus - 228 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.