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Game meat, buffalo, water, cooked, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateGame meat's standout mineral is Phosphorus (22% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus220 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium56 mg3%
Low
Potassium313 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Game meat is worth a closer look - 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

Game meat's phosphorus is 22% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein26.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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 Game meat safe for kidney disease?

Game meat scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (22% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Game meat rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (220 mg, 22%) is the most prominent of Game meat's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Game meat?

Data: 100 g of Game meat has Phosphorus 220 mg (22% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Game meat safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Game meat exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 313 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Game meat compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Game meat carries more Phosphorus at 220 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.