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Turkey, mechanically deboned, from turkey frames, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Turkey lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Phosphorus is highest at 12%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus115 mg12%
Low
Sodium48 mg2%
Low
Potassium173 mg9%
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 (12% 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

Protein13.3 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Turkey is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 12% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Turkey rated Kidney-friendly?

Turkey is rated Kidney-friendly because Phosphorus is 12% of its limit (115 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Turkey?

Per 100 g, Turkey contains Phosphorus 115 mg, which is 12% 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 173 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 - 115 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.