Beef, rib eye steak/roast, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyBeef is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (13%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium50 mg2%
Low
Potassium224 mg11%
Low
About this food
Beef sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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 13%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein18.4 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.
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 13% 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 (128 mg, 13% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 128 mg - roughly 13% 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 224 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 (128 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.