Tocino (Cured Pork) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

18%

Sodium

37%

Potassium

14%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Tocino (Cured Pork)

Q: Is Tocino (Cured Pork) safe for people with kidney disease?

Tocino (Cured Pork) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 850.0mg sodium, and 280.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

A 100.0g serving of Tocino (Cured Pork) contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

Per 100.0g serving, Tocino (Cured Pork) provides 850mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

Tocino (Cured Pork) contains 280mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

300 kcal

Protein

15.0 g

Carbs

15.0 g

Fat

20.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

180 mg

18% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

850 mg

37% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

280 mg

14% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Tocino (Cured Pork) contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from filipino-foods. Sweet-cured. Tosilog.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Original Original Oat Oatmilk

Advanced Nutrition Shake

Chocolate Chocolate Flavored Keto Shakes

Chocolate Organic Chocolate Bananamilk

Phosphorus30 mg

Sodium6 mg

Potassium222 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tocino (Cured Pork) safe for people with kidney disease?

Tocino (Cured Pork) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 850.0mg sodium, and 280.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

A 100.0g serving of Tocino (Cured Pork) contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

Per 100.0g serving, Tocino (Cured Pork) provides 850mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Tocino (Cured Pork)?

Tocino (Cured Pork) contains 280mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Tocino (Cured Pork)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Tocino (Cured Pork) is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.