Beef, round, top round, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, braised
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)
Phosphorus217 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium45 mg2%
Low
Potassium321 mg16%
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
Protein34.6 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.
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Beef is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (22%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Simply put: among Beef's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (217 mg, 22%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 217 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 321 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 (217 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.