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Sausage, pork and turkey, pre-cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
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)

Phosphorus136 mg14%
Low
Sodium876 mg44%
High
Potassium230 mg12%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Meat & Protein 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

Protein12.1 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

Practical tip: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Sausage is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 44% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Sausage rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sausage's Sodium is highest (876 mg, 44% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Sausage?

Per 100 g, Sausage contains Sodium 876 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 230 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Sausage compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Sausage has more Sodium - 876 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.