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Pork sausage, link/patty, fully cooked, microwaved

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskPork sausage's Sodium reaches 50% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus193 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium990 mg50%
High
Potassium225 mg11%
Low

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Pork sausage is worth a closer look - 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 is 50% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein15.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 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

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 sausage safe for kidney disease?

Pork sausage scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (50% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pork sausage rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (990 mg, 50%) is the most prominent of Pork sausage's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork sausage?

Data: 100 g of Pork sausage has Sodium 990 mg (50% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pork sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pork sausage falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 225 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

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

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Pork sausage carries more Sodium at 990 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.