Vienna Sausage is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Vienna Sausage — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
5%
Sodium
38%
Potassium
5%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Vienna Sausage

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
230 kcal
Protein
10.5 g
Carbs
2.6 g
Fat
19.4 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
49 mg
5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
879 mg
38% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
101 mg
5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Vienna 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: 25221910)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vienna Sausage safe for people with kidney disease?
Vienna Sausage is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 49.0mg phosphorus, 879.0mg sodium, and 101.0mg 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 Vienna Sausage?
A 100.0g serving of Vienna Sausage contains 49mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Vienna Sausage?
Per 100.0g serving, Vienna Sausage provides 879mg of sodium — about 38% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Vienna Sausage?
Vienna Sausage contains 101mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Vienna Sausage?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Vienna 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