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Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean and fat, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateVeal's standout mineral is Phosphorus (19% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus191 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium84 mg4%
Low
Potassium314 mg16%
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 the top contributor (19% 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

Protein19.1 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

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 Moderate: Phosphorus is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Veal rated Moderate?

Veal's Phosphorus content (191 mg) equals 19% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Per 100 g, Veal contains Phosphorus 191 mg, which is 19% 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 exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 314 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 - 191 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.