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Salmon, sockeye, canned, total can contents

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskSalmon receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (32%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus321 mg32%
High
Sodium433 mg22%
Moderate
Potassium329 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Salmon - 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

Salmon's phosphorus (32%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein20.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine122.1 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 Salmon safe for kidney disease?

Salmon scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (32% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Salmon rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (321 mg, 32%) is the most prominent of Salmon's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Salmon?

On a per-100 g basis, Salmon contains Phosphorus 321 mg, or 32% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Salmon safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Salmon exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 329 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Salmon compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Salmon is more in Phosphorus (321 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.