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Lamb, Australian, imported, fresh, leg, sirloin half, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, cooked, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Lamb is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 21% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus214 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium83 mg4%
Low
Potassium318 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Lamb 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

Lamb's phosphorus is the top contributor (21% 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

Protein27.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine159 mgHigh 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

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 Lamb safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Lamb is Moderate - Phosphorus (21%) 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 214 mg, 21% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

Per 100 g, Lamb contains Phosphorus 214 mg, which is 21% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Lamb exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 318 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Lamb compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Lamb has more Phosphorus - 214 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.