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Lamb, foreshank, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Lamb's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (17%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus170 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium72 mg4%
Low
Potassium214 mg11%
Low

About this food

Lamb (Meat & Protein). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 17%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein18.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lamb safe for kidney disease?

Lamb scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (17% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Lamb rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (170 mg, 17%) is the most prominent of Lamb's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

In every 100 g of Lamb, Phosphorus is about 170 mg - roughly 17% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Lamb falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 214 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 less Phosphorus (170 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.