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Sausage, meatless

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Sausage falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (44%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus225 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium888 mg44%
High
Potassium231 mg12%
Low

About this food

About Sausage: Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. As a Legumes & Nuts item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Sausage's sodium is the top contributor (44% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein20.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.8 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: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sausage safe for kidney disease?

Sausage is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 44% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Sausage rated Higher risk?

Sausage's Sodium content (888 mg) equals 44% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

Per 100 g, Sausage contains Sodium 888 mg, which is 44% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sausage safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Sausage falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 231 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Sausage compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Sausage has more Sodium - 888 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.