Beef, round, top round steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBeef is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 30% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus305 mg30%
High
Sodium75 mg4%
Low
Potassium433 mg22%
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 at 30% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein30 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 30% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Higher risk?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (305 mg, 30% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Beef's Phosphorus content is 305 mg per 100 g - 30% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Beef exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 433 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
How does Beef compare within Meat & Protein? Its Phosphorus (305 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.