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Beef, rib eye steak, bone-in, lip-on, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, grilled

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 18% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus184 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium67 mg3%
Low
Potassium276 mg14%
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

Beef's phosphorus is 18% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein27 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

A handy approach - 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Beef is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (18%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Beef rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Beef's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (184 mg, 18%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 184 mg (18% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beef falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 276 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Beef carries less Phosphorus at 184 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.