Beef, shoulder top blade steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Beef lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 22%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus224 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium87 mg4%
Low
Potassium390 mg20%
Moderate
About this food
For Meat & Protein, Beef is a typical example. 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
On the phosphorus angle (22%), Beef belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein28.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: 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 Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 22% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Beef rated Moderate?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beef's Phosphorus is highest (224 mg, 22% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Beef?
Per 100 g, Beef provides Phosphorus 224 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (22%).
Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beef exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 390 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Beef compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Beef ranks more on Phosphorus (224 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.