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Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, spleen, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pork falls in the Limit tier - Phosphorus (26%) is the main driver.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus260 mg26%
High
Sodium98 mg5%
Low
Potassium396 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

About Pork: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Pork's phosphorus is 26% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein17.9 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 handy approach - 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 Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (26% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork rated Limit?

The reason: Phosphorus (260 mg, 26%) is the most prominent of Pork's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Pork?

Data: 100 g of Pork has Phosphorus 260 mg (26% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pork exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 396 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Pork carries more Phosphorus at 260 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.