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Turkey breast, sliced, prepackaged

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskTurkey breast is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 45% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus249 mg25%
Moderate
Sodium898 mg45%
High
Potassium371 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

Turkey breast sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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 breast's sodium (45%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein14.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 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

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 Turkey breast safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Turkey breast is Higher risk - Sodium (45%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Turkey breast rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Turkey breast's Sodium is 898 mg, 45% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Turkey breast?

On a per-100 g basis, Turkey breast contains Sodium 898 mg, or 45% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Turkey breast safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Turkey breast exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 371 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

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

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Turkey breast is more in Sodium (898 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.