Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beef falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (45%) is the main risk source.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus111 mg11%
Low
Sodium897 mg45%
High
Potassium136 mg7%
Low
About this food
About Beef: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.
Nutrient insight
From the sodium angle (45%), Beef must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein27.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: 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 Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (45%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Higher risk?
Simply put: among Beef's three minerals, Sodium is highest (897 mg, 45%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.
How much Sodium is in Beef?
Per 100 g, Beef provides Sodium 897 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (45%).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beef falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 136 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Beef ranks more on Sodium (897 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.