Beef, rib, back ribs, bone-in, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyBeef receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest at 14%, yet stays under the 15% line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus143 mg14%
Low
Sodium60 mg3%
Low
Potassium258 mg13%
Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Beef - 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
Phosphorus leads at 14%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein19.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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 (14%). 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 (143 mg, 14%), 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 143 mg - roughly 14% 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 258 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 (143 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.