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Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitSausage receives a Limit rating. Sodium at 28% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus103 mg10%
Low
Sodium570 mg28%
High
Potassium194 mg10%
Low

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 28%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein16.1 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
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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Frequently asked questions

Is Sausage safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Sausage is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (28%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Sausage rated Limit?

Simply put: among Sausage's three minerals, Sodium is highest (570 mg, 28%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

In every 100 g of Sausage, Sodium is about 570 mg - roughly 28% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Sausage falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 194 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 (570 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.