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Turkey breast, low salt, prepackaged or deli, luncheon meat

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Turkey breast falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (39%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus162 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium772 mg39%
High
Potassium211 mg11%
Low

About this food

About Turkey breast: 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

From the sodium angle (39%), Turkey breast must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein21.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.5 gNatural sugar
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

A common practice is: 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 breast safe for kidney disease?

Turkey breast scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (39% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Turkey breast rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (772 mg, 39%) is the most prominent of Turkey breast's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Turkey breast?

Per 100 g, Turkey breast provides Sodium 772 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (39%).

Is Turkey breast safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Turkey breast falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 211 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Turkey breast compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Turkey breast ranks more on Sodium (772 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.