Beef, rib eye steak/roast, boneless, lip-on, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beef is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 16% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus156 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium56 mg3%
Low
Potassium276 mg14%
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 16% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein22 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.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Beef is Moderate - Phosphorus (16%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Rating basis: Beef's Phosphorus is 156 mg, 16% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Beef's Phosphorus content is 156 mg per 100 g - 16% 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 276 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 (156 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.