Ham

Ham is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 276.0mg phosphorus, 1150.0mg sodium, and 371.0mg 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 Ham contains 276mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Per 100.0g serving, Ham provides 1150mg of sodium — about 50% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Ham contains 371mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ham 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.