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Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
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)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine96 mgModerate 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 Turkey safe for kidney disease?

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.