Lamb, Australian, imported, fresh, leg, center slice, bone-in, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, cooked, broiled
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateLamb is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Phosphorus is highest at 23% of its limit - a moderate caution level.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus228 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium65 mg3%
Low
Potassium342 mg17%
Moderate
About this food
Lamb 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 23%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Other nutrients
Protein25.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Lamb is Moderate - Phosphorus (23%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Lamb rated Moderate?
Rating basis: Lamb's Phosphorus is 228 mg, 23% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?
In every 100 g of Lamb, Phosphorus is about 228 mg - roughly 23% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).
Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Lamb exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 342 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Lamb compare to other meat & protein foods?
Against the Meat & Protein average, Lamb shows more Phosphorus (228 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.