Search Foods
Home › Food Database › Pork

Pork, fresh, loin, sirloin (chops), bone-in, separable lean only, cooked, broiled

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Pork lands in the Higher risk band: Phosphorus is 30% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus300 mg30%
High
Sodium89 mg4%
Low
Potassium391 mg20%
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

On the phosphorus angle (30%), Pork belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.

Other nutrients

Protein29.3 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 common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

Related foods

porkKidney-friendlybeefKidney-friendlypectinKidney-friendlyoilKidney-friendly

Related guides

Meat & ProteinHigher risk foodsLow potassium foodsLow phosphorus foods

Frequently asked questions

Is Pork safe for kidney disease?

Pork is rated Higher risk: Phosphorus is 30% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Pork rated Higher risk?

Pork's Phosphorus content (300 mg) equals 30% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

Per 100 g, Pork provides Phosphorus 300 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (30%).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Pork exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 391 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Pork ranks more on Phosphorus (300 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.