Beef, rib eye steak/roast, bone-in, lip-on, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Beef's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (15%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus148 mg15%
Low
Sodium63 mg3%
Low
Potassium281 mg14%
Low
About this food
Beef (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 is the same lens used for similar items.
Nutrient insight
Phosphorus at 15% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein21.6 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.
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 15% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Kidney-friendly?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (148 mg, 15% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Beef's Phosphorus content is 148 mg per 100 g - 15% 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 281 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 (148 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.