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Emu, ground, cooked, pan-broiled

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitEmu is rated Limit. Phosphorus is 27% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus269 mg27%
High
Sodium65 mg3%
Low
Potassium375 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

Emu 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

Emu's phosphorus (27%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein28.4 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
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Emu safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Emu falls in the Limit tier, with Phosphorus (27%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Emu rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 269 mg, 27% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Emu is rated Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Emu?

On a per-100 g basis, Emu contains Phosphorus 269 mg, or 27% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Emu safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Emu exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 375 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Emu compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Emu is more in Phosphorus (269 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.