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Beef, rib eye steak/roast, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beef falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (14%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus137 mg14%
Low
Sodium50 mg2%
Low
Potassium256 mg13%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Beef's phosphorus is 14% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein19.6 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 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 (137 mg, 14%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 137 mg (14% 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 256 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 137 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.