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Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskSausage receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (40%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus152 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium801 mg40%
High
Potassium339 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

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

Sodium leads at 40%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein18.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 gNatural sugar
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

How to eat it more safely: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sausage safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sausage falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (40%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Sausage rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 801 mg, 40% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Sausage is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

In every 100 g of Sausage, Sodium is about 801 mg - roughly 40% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Sausage exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 339 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Sausage shows more Sodium (801 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.