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Pork sausage, link/patty, cooked, pan-fried

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork sausage is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 41% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus149 mg15%
Low
Sodium814 mg41%
High
Potassium342 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Pork sausage sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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

Pork sausage's sodium (41%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein18.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.1 gNatural 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 sausage safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pork sausage falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (41%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Pork sausage rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 814 mg, 41% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Pork sausage is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork sausage?

On a per-100 g basis, Pork sausage contains Sodium 814 mg, or 41% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pork sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pork sausage exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 342 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pork sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Pork sausage is more in Sodium (814 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.