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Lamb, shoulder, whole (arm and blade), separable lean only, trimmed to 1/4" 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 (18%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus184 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium70 mg4%
Low
Potassium274 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

Phosphorus leads at 18%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein19.6 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

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 (18% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Lamb rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (184 mg, 18%) 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 184 mg - roughly 18% 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 274 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 (184 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.