Pork Sausage is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
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CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
15%
Sodium
35%
Potassium
17%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Pork Sausage

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
325 kcal
Protein
18.5 g
Carbs
1.4 g
Fat
27.2 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
149 mg
15% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
814 mg
35% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
342 mg
17% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pork Sausage 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 25221405)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pork Sausage safe for people with kidney disease?
Pork Sausage is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 149.0mg phosphorus, 814.0mg sodium, and 342.0mg 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 Pork Sausage?
A 100.0g serving of Pork Sausage contains 149mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 15% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Pork Sausage?
Per 100.0g serving, Pork Sausage provides 814mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Pork Sausage?
Pork Sausage contains 342mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Pork Sausage?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pork Sausage 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.

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Last updated: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines