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Veal, external fat only, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Veal falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (13%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus133 mg13%
Low
Sodium89 mg4%
Low
Potassium107 mg5%
Low

About this food

About Veal: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Veal's phosphorus is the top contributor (13% 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

Protein8.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
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

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 Veal safe for kidney disease?

Veal is rated Kidney-friendly: Phosphorus is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Veal rated Kidney-friendly?

Veal's Phosphorus content (133 mg) equals 13% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Per 100 g, Veal contains Phosphorus 133 mg, which is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Veal falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 107 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Veal compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Veal has less Phosphorus - 133 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.