Beef, bottom sirloin, tri-tip roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBeef's standout mineral is Phosphorus (21% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus212 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium56 mg3%
Low
Potassium338 mg17%
Moderate
About this food
How to think about Meat & Protein: Beef is worth a closer look - Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach.
Nutrient insight
Beef's phosphorus is 21% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein26.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 21% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (212 mg, 21% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 212 mg (21% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Beef exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 338 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Next to other Meat & Protein options, Beef carries more Phosphorus at 212 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.