Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
22%
Sodium
56%
Potassium
19%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
140 kcal
Protein
21.0 g
Carbs
1.0 g
Fat
6.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
220 mg
22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1280 mg
56% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
380 mg
19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham 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. Lower Na than dry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham safe for people with kidney disease?
Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 220.0mg phosphorus, 1280.0mg sodium, and 380.0mg 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 Cotto — Cooked Ham?
A 100.0g serving of Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham contains 220mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham?
Per 100.0g serving, Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham provides 1280mg of sodium — about 56% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham?
Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham contains 380mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Prosciutto Cotto — Cooked Ham 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: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines