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Ostrich, outside leg, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Ostrich is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 22% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus221 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium90 mg4%
Low
Potassium322 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Ostrich is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Ostrich's phosphorus (22%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein22.9 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
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ostrich safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Ostrich is Moderate. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 22% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Ostrich rated Moderate?

Ostrich is rated Moderate because Phosphorus is 22% of its limit (221 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Ostrich?

On a per-100 g basis, Ostrich contains Phosphorus 221 mg, or 22% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Ostrich safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Ostrich exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 322 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Ostrich compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Ostrich is more in Phosphorus (221 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.