CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

15%

Sodium

35%

Potassium

17%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Sausage

Q: Is Sausage safe for people with kidney disease?

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.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Sausage?

A 100.0g serving of Sausage contains 149mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 15% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Sausage?

Per 100.0g serving, Sausage provides 814mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sausage?

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.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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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

Sodium Learn more →

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

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: 25221400)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sausage safe for people with kidney disease?

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 Sausage?

A 100.0g serving of 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 Sausage?

Per 100.0g serving, Sausage provides 814mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sausage?

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 Sausage?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given 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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