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Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean only, with added solution, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Pork is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 22% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus223 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium165 mg8%
Low
Potassium419 mg21%
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 (22%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein18.3 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

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Pork safe for kidney disease?

Pork scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (22% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (223 mg, 22%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork contains Phosphorus 223 mg, or 22% 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 419 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 (223 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.