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Beef, round, knuckle, tip center, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBeef is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Phosphorus is highest at 22% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus216 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium53 mg3%
Low
Potassium360 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

Beef sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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

Phosphorus leads at 22%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein21 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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Beef scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (22% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beef rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (216 mg, 22%) is the most prominent of Beef's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 216 mg - roughly 22% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Beef exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 360 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Beef shows more Phosphorus (216 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.