Lamb — Leg is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Lamb — Leg — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
17%
Sodium
3%
Potassium
16%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Lamb — Leg

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
230 kcal
Protein
21.0 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
16.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
170 mg
17% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
59 mg
3% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
310 mg
16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lamb — Leg contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. Greek + Lebanese staple.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamb — Leg safe for people with kidney disease?
Lamb — Leg is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 170.0mg phosphorus, 59.0mg sodium, and 310.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Lamb — Leg?
A 100.0g serving of Lamb — Leg contains 170mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Lamb — Leg?
Per 100.0g serving, Lamb — Leg provides 59mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Lamb — Leg?
Lamb — Leg contains 310mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Lamb — Leg?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lamb — Leg is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines