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Thuringer, cervelat, summer sausage, beef, pork

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Thuringer is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 65% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus111 mg11%
Low
Sodium1300 mg65%
High
Potassium260 mg13%
Low

About this food

Thuringer is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Thuringer's sodium (65%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein17.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Thuringer safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Thuringer is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 65% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Thuringer rated Higher risk?

Thuringer is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 65% of its limit (1300 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Thuringer?

On a per-100 g basis, Thuringer contains Sodium 1300 mg, or 65% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Thuringer safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Thuringer falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 260 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Thuringer compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Thuringer is more in Sodium (1300 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.