LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beef is Limit: Phosphorus hits 27% of its limit, close to the warning band.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus267 mg27%
High
Sodium72 mg4%
Low
Potassium351 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 at 27% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein28 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Beef is Limit - Phosphorus (27%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Beef rated Limit?
Rating basis: Beef's Phosphorus is 267 mg, 27% of the daily limit, judged as Limit per the 25-30% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Beef's Phosphorus content is 267 mg per 100 g - 27% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Beef exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 351 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
How does Beef compare within Meat & Protein? Its Phosphorus (267 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.