Beef, round, eye of round roast, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Limit - Phosphorus reaches 28% of its limit, approaching the 30% caution line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus281 mg28%
High
Sodium67 mg3%
Low
Potassium404 mg20%
Moderate
About this food
Beef belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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
Beef's phosphorus is 28% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein29.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Limit - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 28% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Limit?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (281 mg, 28% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 281 mg (28% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Beef exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 404 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 more Phosphorus at 281 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.