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Lamb, shoulder, whole (arm and blade), separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, braised

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateLamb is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Phosphorus is highest at 19% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus193 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium74 mg4%
Low
Potassium261 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 (19%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein29.5 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

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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Lamb is Moderate - Phosphorus (19%) 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 193 mg, 19% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

On a per-100 g basis, Lamb contains Phosphorus 193 mg, or 19% 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 261 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 (193 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.