Beef, round, top round steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBeef receives a Moderate rating. Phosphorus leads the three minerals at 22% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus220 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium55 mg3%
Low
Potassium316 mg16%
Moderate
About this food
In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Beef - 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
Protein23.6 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.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Beef is Moderate - Phosphorus (22%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Rating basis: Beef's Phosphorus is 220 mg, 22% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 220 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 316 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 (220 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.