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Sausage, beef, cured, cooked, smoked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskSausage's Sodium reaches 57% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus105 mg10%
Low
Sodium1131 mg57%
High
Potassium176 mg9%
Low

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: 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

From the sodium angle (57%), Sausage must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein14.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine45.5 mgLow 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 common practice is: 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 Sausage safe for kidney disease?

Sausage scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (57% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Sausage rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (1131 mg, 57%) is the most prominent of Sausage's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

Per 100 g, Sausage provides Sodium 1131 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (57%).

Is Sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Sausage falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 176 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Sausage ranks more on Sodium (1131 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.