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Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Lamb lands in the Higher risk band: Phosphorus is 36% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus364 mg36%
High
Sodium70 mg4%
Low
Potassium313 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Lamb is a typical example. 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 is 36% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein20.4 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

A handy approach - 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 Higher risk - Phosphorus (36%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Lamb rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Lamb's Phosphorus is 364 mg, 36% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Lamb?

Data: 100 g of Lamb has Phosphorus 364 mg (36% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Lamb safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Lamb exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 313 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Lamb compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Lamb carries more Phosphorus at 364 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.