Beef, round, bottom round, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Beef lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 16%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus164 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium35 mg2%
Low
Potassium214 mg11%
Low
About this food
For Meat & Protein, Beef is a typical example. 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
On the phosphorus angle (16%), Beef belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein26.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: 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 Moderate tier, with Phosphorus (16%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 164 mg, 16% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Beef is rated Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Per 100 g, Beef provides Phosphorus 164 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (16%).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beef falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 214 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Beef ranks less on Phosphorus (164 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.