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Salami, cooked, beef

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Salami's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (57%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus205 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium1140 mg57%
High
Potassium188 mg9%
Low

About this food

Salami (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

Salami's sodium (57%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein12.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine230.6 mgHigh 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 Salami safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Salami is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 57% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Salami rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Salami's Sodium is highest (1140 mg, 57% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Salami?

On a per-100 g basis, Salami contains Sodium 1140 mg, or 57% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Salami safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Salami falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 188 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Salami compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Salami is more in Sodium (1140 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.