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Veal, variety meats and by-products, pancreas, cooked, braised

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Veal is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 51% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus512 mg51%
High
Sodium68 mg3%
Low
Potassium278 mg14%
Low

About this food

Veal belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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 51% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein29.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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?

Veal scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (51% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Veal rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (512 mg, 51%) is the most prominent of Veal's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

Data: 100 g of Veal has Phosphorus 512 mg (51% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Veal falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 278 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 512 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.