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Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Turkey is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 18% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus176 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium124 mg6%
Low
Potassium226 mg11%
Low

About this food

Turkey is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Turkey's phosphorus (18%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein21.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.1 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 safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Turkey is Moderate. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 18% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Turkey rated Moderate?

Turkey is rated Moderate because Phosphorus is 18% of its limit (176 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Turkey?

On a per-100 g basis, Turkey contains Phosphorus 176 mg, or 18% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Turkey safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Turkey falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 226 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Turkey compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Turkey is less in Phosphorus (176 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.