Beef, New Zealand, imported, subcutaneous fat, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beef is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 5% of the limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus51 mg5%
Low
Sodium26 mg1%
Low
Potassium93 mg5%
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
Phosphorus leads at 5%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein8.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
How to eat it more safely: 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 Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (5%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Kidney-friendly?
Simply put: among Beef's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (51 mg, 5%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 51 mg - roughly 5% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Beef falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 93 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Against the Meat & Protein average, Beef shows less Phosphorus (51 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.