Veal, shoulder, blade, separable lean and fat, cooked, roasted
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Veal falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Phosphorus (21%). Enjoy in moderation.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus212 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium100 mg5%
Low
Potassium306 mg15%
Moderate
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 (21% 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
Protein25.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Veal falls in the Moderate tier, with Phosphorus (21%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Veal rated Moderate?
The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 212 mg, 21% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Veal is rated Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Veal?
Per 100 g, Veal contains Phosphorus 212 mg, which is 21% 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 306 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 more Phosphorus - 212 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.