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Veal, shoulder, blade, separable lean only, cooked, braised

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitVeal's Phosphorus takes up 25% of the daily limit, earning a Limit rating - an occasional, small portion only.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus252 mg25%
High
Sodium101 mg5%
Low
Potassium305 mg15%
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 (25% 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

Protein32.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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 Limit: Phosphorus is 25% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Veal rated Limit?

Veal's Phosphorus content (252 mg) equals 25% of the limit, sitting in the 25-30% band - that is why it rates Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Per 100 g, Veal contains Phosphorus 252 mg, which is 25% 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 305 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 - 252 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.