Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, select, 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 14% of the limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus144 mg14%
Low
Sodium52 mg3%
Low
Potassium268 mg13%
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 at 14% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein20.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (14%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Beef rated Kidney-friendly?
The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 144 mg, 14% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Beef is rated Kidney-friendly.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Beef's Phosphorus content is 144 mg per 100 g - 14% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Beef falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 268 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
How does Beef compare within Meat & Protein? Its Phosphorus (144 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.