Beef, round, eye of round roast, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, 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
Sodium63 mg3%
Low
Potassium394 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
On the phosphorus angle (28%), Beef belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein29.5 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.
Beef scores Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (28% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Beef rated Limit?
The reason: Phosphorus (281 mg, 28%) is the most prominent of Beef's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Per 100 g, Beef provides Phosphorus 281 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (28%).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beef exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 394 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 more on Phosphorus (281 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.