Beef, chuck, under blade pot roast or steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beef is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 20% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus202 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium81 mg4%
Low
Potassium369 mg18%
Moderate
About this food
Beef is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.
Nutrient insight
Phosphorus leads at 20%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein21.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
How to eat it more safely: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Beef is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (20%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Simply put: among Beef's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (202 mg, 20%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 202 mg - roughly 20% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Beef exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 369 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Against the Meat & Protein average, Beef shows less Phosphorus (202 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.