Prosciutto di Parma — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

23%

Sodium

96%

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Prosciutto di Parma

Q: Is Prosciutto di Parma safe for people with kidney disease?

Prosciutto di Parma is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 230.0mg phosphorus, 2200.0mg sodium, and 420.0mg 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 Prosciutto di Parma?

A 100.0g serving of Prosciutto di Parma contains 230mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Prosciutto di Parma?

Per 100.0g serving, Prosciutto di Parma provides 2200mg of sodium — about 96% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Prosciutto di Parma?

Prosciutto di Parma contains 420mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% 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

250 kcal

Protein

25.0 g

Carbs

0.3 g

Fat

17.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

230 mg

23% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2200 mg

96% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

420 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Prosciutto di Parma 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 italian-foods. DOP 24-month aged.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Strawberry Banana Flavored Nonfat Yogurt

Plain Plain Greek Nonfat Yogurt

Honey Orange Honey Orange Flavored Greek Style Yogurt

Light Fat Free Yogurt

Phosphorus110 mg

Sodium62 mg

Potassium203 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prosciutto di Parma safe for people with kidney disease?

Prosciutto di Parma is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 230.0mg phosphorus, 2200.0mg sodium, and 420.0mg 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 Prosciutto di Parma?

A 100.0g serving of Prosciutto di Parma contains 230mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Prosciutto di Parma?

Per 100.0g serving, Prosciutto di Parma provides 2200mg of sodium — about 96% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Prosciutto di Parma?

Prosciutto di Parma contains 420mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Prosciutto di Parma?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Prosciutto di Parma 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.