CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

10%

Sodium

54%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Meat & Protein Avoid

Mortadella

Q: Is Mortadella safe for people with kidney disease?

Mortadella is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 97.0mg phosphorus, 1250.0mg sodium, and 163.0mg 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 Mortadella?

A 100.0g serving of Mortadella contains 97mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Mortadella?

Per 100.0g serving, Mortadella provides 1250mg of sodium — about 54% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Mortadella?

Mortadella contains 163mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% 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

311 kcal

Protein

16.4 g

Carbs

3.1 g

Fat

25.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

97 mg

10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1250 mg

54% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

163 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: หลีกเลี่ยง for CKD

Mortadella 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: 25221210)

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Phosphorus59 mg

Sodium50 mg

Potassium124 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mortadella safe for people with kidney disease?

Mortadella is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 97.0mg phosphorus, 1250.0mg sodium, and 163.0mg 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 Mortadella?

A 100.0g serving of Mortadella contains 97mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mortadella?

Per 100.0g serving, Mortadella provides 1250mg of sodium — about 54% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mortadella?

Mortadella contains 163mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Mortadella?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mortadella 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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