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Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, ears, frozen, cooked, simmered

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pork is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 8% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus24 mg2%
Low
Sodium167 mg8%
Low
Potassium40 mg2%
Low

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

From the sodium angle (8%), Pork must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein15.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pork safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Pork is Kidney-friendly - Sodium (8%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Pork rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Pork's Sodium is 167 mg, 8% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Sodium is in Pork?

Per 100 g, Pork provides Sodium 167 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (8%).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Pork falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 40 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 less on Sodium (167 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.