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Beef, loin, tenderloin steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beef is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 22% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus222 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium42 mg2%
Low
Potassium298 mg15%
Low

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

Beef's phosphorus (22%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein22.2 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 Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 22% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Beef rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (222 mg, 22% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

On a per-100 g basis, Beef contains Phosphorus 222 mg, or 22% of the 1,000 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 298 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 Phosphorus (222 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.