Beef, round, top round steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 31% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus306 mg31%
High
Sodium75 mg4%
Low
Potassium435 mg22%
Moderate
About this food
Beef belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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
Beef's phosphorus is 31% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein30.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Beef is Higher risk. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 31% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.
Why is Beef rated Higher risk?
Beef is rated Higher risk because Phosphorus is 31% of its limit (306 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 306 mg (31% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Beef exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 435 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Next to other Meat & Protein options, Beef carries more Phosphorus at 306 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.