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Beef, cured, pastrami

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Beef lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 54% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus175 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium1078 mg54%
High
Potassium210 mg10%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Beef is a typical example. 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

From the sodium angle (54%), Beef must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein21.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.1 gNatural 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

A common practice is: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (54%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beef rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1078 mg, 54% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Beef is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Beef?

Per 100 g, Beef provides Sodium 1078 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (54%).

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beef falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 210 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 (1078 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.