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Lamb, New Zealand, imported, loin chop, separable lean and fat, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyLamb is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (15%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus149 mg15%
Low
Sodium63 mg3%
Low
Potassium262 mg13%
Low

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

Lamb's phosphorus (15%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein15.4 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Lamb is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 15% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Lamb rated Kidney-friendly?

Lamb is rated Kidney-friendly because Phosphorus is 15% of its limit (149 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

On a per-100 g basis, Lamb contains Phosphorus 149 mg, or 15% 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 262 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 (149 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.