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Beef, round, top round roast, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, cooked, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitBeef is rated Limit. Phosphorus is 27% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus272 mg27%
High
Sodium69 mg3%
Low
Potassium381 mg19%
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 27%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein30.2 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Limit - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 27% 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 (272 mg, 27% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 272 mg - roughly 27% 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 381 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 (272 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.