ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Turkey lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 19%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus186 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium59 mg3%
Low
Potassium275 mg14%
Low
About this food
For Meat & Protein, Turkey is a typical example. 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
Turkey's phosphorus is the top contributor (19% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.
Other nutrients
Protein21.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Turkey falls in the Moderate tier, with Phosphorus (19%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Turkey rated Moderate?
The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 186 mg, 19% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Turkey is rated Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Turkey?
Per 100 g, Turkey contains Phosphorus 186 mg, which is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).
Is Turkey safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium diet, Turkey falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 275 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.
How does Turkey compare to other meat & protein foods?
Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Turkey has less Phosphorus - 186 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.