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Beef, shoulder top blade steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beef is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 20% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus203 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium83 mg4%
Low
Potassium338 mg17%
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 20% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein20.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine123 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beef safe for kidney disease?

Beef scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (20% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beef rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (203 mg, 20%) is the most prominent of Beef's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

Data: 100 g of Beef has Phosphorus 203 mg (20% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beef exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 338 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 less Phosphorus at 203 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.