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Beef, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, simmered

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBeef is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 34% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus335 mg34%
High
Sodium108 mg5%
Low
Potassium244 mg12%
Low

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 leads at 34%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein11.7 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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beef safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Beef is Higher risk - Phosphorus (34%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Beef rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Beef's Phosphorus is 335 mg, 34% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Beef?

In every 100 g of Beef, Phosphorus is about 335 mg - roughly 34% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Beef safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Beef falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 244 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 (335 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.