Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBeef's standout mineral is Phosphorus (20% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus205 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium54 mg3%
Low
Potassium267 mg13%
Low
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 20% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein33.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Beef is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Beef's Phosphorus content (205 mg) equals 20% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 205 mg (20% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Beef falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 267 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 less Phosphorus at 205 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.