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Lamb, New Zealand, imported, fore-shank, separable lean and fat, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Lamb's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (16%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus157 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium76 mg4%
Low
Potassium286 mg14%
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

Lamb's phosphorus (16%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein20.1 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
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

Worth remembering: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Lamb is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 16% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Lamb rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Lamb's Phosphorus is highest (157 mg, 16% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

On a per-100 g basis, Lamb contains Phosphorus 157 mg, or 16% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Lamb falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 286 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Lamb compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Lamb is less in Phosphorus (157 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.