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Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitSausage's Sodium takes up 28% of the daily limit, earning a Limit rating - an occasional, small portion only.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus126 mg13%
Low
Sodium563 mg28%
High
Potassium211 mg11%
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

Sausage's sodium is 28% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein13.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.2 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

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 Sausage safe for kidney disease?

Sausage is rated Limit: Sodium is 28% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Sausage rated Limit?

Sausage's Sodium content (563 mg) equals 28% of the limit, sitting in the 25-30% band - that is why it rates Limit.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

Data: 100 g of Sausage has Sodium 563 mg (28% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Sausage falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 211 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Sausage carries more Sodium at 563 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.