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Pork, fresh, loin, country-style ribs, separable lean and fat, bone-in, cooked, broiled

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Pork is Limit: Phosphorus hits 26% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus265 mg26%
High
Sodium81 mg4%
Low
Potassium344 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Pork is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Pork's phosphorus (26%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein25.6 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

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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Related guides

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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 26% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pork rated Limit?

Pork is rated Limit because Phosphorus is 26% of its limit (265 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork contains Phosphorus 265 mg, or 26% of the 1,000 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 344 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 Phosphorus (265 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.