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Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean and fat, cooked, braised

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

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus225 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium93 mg5%
Low
Potassium305 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

Veal 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

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

Other nutrients

Protein31.5 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

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Veal safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Veal is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 22% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Veal rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Veal's Phosphorus is highest (225 mg, 22% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

On a per-100 g basis, Veal contains Phosphorus 225 mg, or 22% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Veal exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 305 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Veal compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Veal is more in Phosphorus (225 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.