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Veal, breast, whole, boneless, separable lean and fat, cooked, braised

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Veal lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 19%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus191 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium65 mg3%
Low
Potassium272 mg14%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Veal 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

Veal's phosphorus is 19% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein27 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine142.7 mgModerate 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 Veal safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Veal is Moderate. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 19% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Veal rated Moderate?

Veal is rated Moderate because Phosphorus is 19% of its limit (191 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Data: 100 g of Veal has Phosphorus 191 mg (19% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Veal falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 272 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Veal compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Veal carries less Phosphorus at 191 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.