Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 6% of its limit, still well below 15%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus64 mg6%
Low
Sodium23 mg1%
Low
Potassium99 mg5%
Low
About this food
Beef belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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
On the phosphorus angle (6%), Beef belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein10.7 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.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Beef is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (6%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Beef rated Kidney-friendly?
Rating basis: Beef's Phosphorus is 64 mg, 6% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Per 100 g, Beef provides Phosphorus 64 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (6%).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beef falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 99 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 less on Phosphorus (64 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.