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Pork sausage, link/patty, fully cooked, unheated

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pork sausage is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 40% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus164 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium810 mg40%
High
Potassium211 mg11%
Low

About this food

Pork sausage 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

Pork sausage's sodium is 40% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein13.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Pork sausage is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (40%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Pork sausage rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Pork sausage's three minerals, Sodium is highest (810 mg, 40%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Pork sausage?

Data: 100 g of Pork sausage has Sodium 810 mg (40% 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 211 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 810 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.