Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

18%

Sodium

79%

Potassium

10%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl

Q: Is Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl safe for people with kidney disease?

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 1820.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg 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 Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

A 100.0g serving of Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl 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 Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

Per 100.0g serving, Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl provides 1820mg of sodium — about 79% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% 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

482 kcal

Protein

11.0 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

48.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

180 mg

18% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1820 mg

79% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

200 mg

10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl 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. Authentic carbonara fat.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Lactose Free Reduced Fat Milk

2% Reduced Fat Oatmilk & Plant-based Blend

Banana Berry Banana Berry Fruit + Yogurt Smoothie

Phosphorus145 mg

Sodium43 mg

Potassium135 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl safe for people with kidney disease?

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 1820.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg 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 Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

A 100.0g serving of Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl 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 Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

Per 100.0g serving, Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl provides 1820mg of sodium — about 79% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Guanciale — Cured Pork Jowl 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.