Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Pork's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (34%), above the 30% band.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium685 mg34%
High
Potassium139 mg7%
Low
About this food
Pork (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 is the same lens used for similar items.
Nutrient insight
Sodium leads at 34%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.
Other nutrients
Protein11.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
How to eat it more safely: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Pork is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (34%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Pork rated Higher risk?
Simply put: among Pork's three minerals, Sodium is highest (685 mg, 34%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.
How much Sodium is in Pork?
In every 100 g of Pork, Sodium is about 685 mg - roughly 34% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Pork safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Pork falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 139 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Pork compare to other meat & protein foods?
Against the Meat & Protein average, Pork shows more Sodium (685 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.