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Emu, inside drums, cooked, broiled

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Emu is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 31% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus307 mg31%
High
Sodium118 mg6%
Low
Potassium312 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Emu 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

Emu's phosphorus is the top contributor (31% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein32.4 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

Practical tip: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Emu is Higher risk - Phosphorus (31%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Emu rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Emu's Phosphorus is 307 mg, 31% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Emu?

Per 100 g, Emu contains Phosphorus 307 mg, which is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Emu safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Emu exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 312 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Emu compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Emu has more Phosphorus - 307 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.