Kidney-friendlyTurkey scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Phosphorus leads at 15% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus147 mg15%
Low
Sodium69 mg3%
Low
Potassium222 mg11%
Low
About this food
How to think about Meat & Protein: Turkey is worth a closer look - 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
On the phosphorus angle (15%), Turkey belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein22.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Turkey is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Turkey rated Kidney-friendly?
Rating basis: Turkey's Phosphorus is 147 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Turkey?
Per 100 g, Turkey provides Phosphorus 147 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (15%).
Is Turkey safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Turkey falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 222 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Turkey compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Turkey ranks less on Phosphorus (147 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.