Beef, round, outside round, bottom round, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" 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 21% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus211 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium62 mg3%
Low
Potassium345 mg17%
Moderate
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 leads at 21%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein21.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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.
Beef is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 21% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Beef's Phosphorus content (211 mg) equals 21% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 211 mg - roughly 21% 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 345 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 (211 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.