Chorizo

Chorizo is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 207.0mg phosphorus, 983.0mg sodium, and 435.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

A 100.0g serving of Chorizo contains 207mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 21% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Per 100.0g serving, Chorizo provides 983mg of sodium — about 43% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Chorizo contains 435mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 22% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chorizo 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.