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Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Beef's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (49%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus125 mg12%
Low
Sodium973 mg49%
High
Potassium145 mg7%
Low

About this food

Beef (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Beef's sodium (49%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein18.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine123 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beef safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 49% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Beef rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Sodium is highest (973 mg, 49% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Beef?

On a per-100 g basis, Beef contains Sodium 973 mg, or 49% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Beef falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 145 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Beef is more in Sodium (973 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.