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

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskVeal is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 31% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus312 mg31%
High
Sodium58 mg3%
Low
Potassium215 mg11%
Low

About this food

Veal sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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 (31%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein24.1 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

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 Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 31% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Veal rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Veal's Phosphorus is highest (312 mg, 31% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Veal?

On a per-100 g basis, Veal contains Phosphorus 312 mg, or 31% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Veal safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Veal falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 215 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 (312 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.