Tapa (Cured Beef) is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Tapa (Cured Beef) — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
22%
Sodium
57%
Potassium
15%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Tapa (Cured Beef)

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
260 kcal
Protein
28.0 g
Carbs
8.0 g
Fat
13.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
220 mg
22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1300 mg
57% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
300 mg
15% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Tapa (Cured Beef) 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 filipino-foods. Tapsilog.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tapa (Cured Beef) safe for people with kidney disease?
Tapa (Cured Beef) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 220.0mg phosphorus, 1300.0mg sodium, and 300.0mg 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 Tapa (Cured Beef)?
A 100.0g serving of Tapa (Cured Beef) contains 220mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Tapa (Cured Beef)?
Per 100.0g serving, Tapa (Cured Beef) provides 1300mg of sodium — about 57% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Tapa (Cured Beef)?
Tapa (Cured Beef) contains 300mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Tapa (Cured Beef)?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Tapa (Cured Beef) 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