LimitUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Turkey falls in the Limit tier - Phosphorus (25%) is the main driver.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus253 mg25%
High
Sodium114 mg6%
Low
Potassium297 mg15%
Low
About this food
About Turkey: 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
Turkey's phosphorus is the top contributor (25% 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
Protein29.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Turkey is Limit. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 25% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.
Why is Turkey rated Limit?
Turkey is rated Limit because Phosphorus is 25% of its limit (253 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.
How much Phosphorus is in Turkey?
Per 100 g, Turkey contains Phosphorus 253 mg, which is 25% 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 297 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 more Phosphorus - 253 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.