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Lamb, New Zealand, imported, sweetbread, cooked, soaked and simmered

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskLamb is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 55% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus550 mg55%
High
Sodium52 mg3%
Low
Potassium354 mg18%
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

Lamb's phosphorus (55%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein21.1 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 Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 55% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Lamb rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Lamb's Phosphorus is highest (550 mg, 55% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

On a per-100 g basis, Lamb contains Phosphorus 550 mg, or 55% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Lamb exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 354 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 more in Phosphorus (550 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.