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Ostrich, top loin, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Ostrich is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 24% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus245 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium77 mg4%
Low
Potassium353 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

Ostrich belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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

Ostrich's phosphorus is the top contributor (24% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein28.1 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
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

Practical tip: 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 Ostrich safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Ostrich is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (24%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Ostrich rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Ostrich's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (245 mg, 24%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Ostrich?

Per 100 g, Ostrich contains Phosphorus 245 mg, which is 24% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Ostrich safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Ostrich exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 353 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Ostrich compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Ostrich has more Phosphorus - 245 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.