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Veal, leg (top round), separable lean only, cooked, pan-fried, breaded

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitVeal's Phosphorus takes up 26% of the daily limit, earning a Limit rating - an occasional, small portion only.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus258 mg26%
High
Sodium455 mg23%
Moderate
Potassium383 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Veal is worth a closer look - 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 26% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein28.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gNatural 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

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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Veal is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (26%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Veal rated Limit?

Simply put: among Veal's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (258 mg, 26%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Data: 100 g of Veal has Phosphorus 258 mg (26% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Veal exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 383 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 more Phosphorus at 258 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.