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Pork, fresh, loin, center rib (chops or roasts), boneless, separable lean and fat, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pork is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 19% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus193 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium42 mg2%
Low
Potassium384 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

Pork belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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 the top contributor (19% 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

Protein19.9 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

Practical tip: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pork safe for kidney disease?

Pork scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (19% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (193 mg, 19%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

Per 100 g, Pork contains Phosphorus 193 mg, which is 19% 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 384 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 less Phosphorus - 193 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.