Beef

Q: Is Beef safe for people with kidney disease?

Beef is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 217.0mg phosphorus, 372.0mg sodium, and 319.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Beef?

A 100.0g serving of Beef contains 217mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Beef?

Per 100.0g serving, Beef provides 372mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Beef?

Beef contains 319mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

231 kcal

Protein

27.1 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

13.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

217 mg

22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

372 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

319 mg

16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Beef is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 21000100)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beef safe for people with kidney disease?

Beef is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 217.0mg phosphorus, 372.0mg sodium, and 319.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Beef?

A 100.0g serving of Beef contains 217mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Beef?

Per 100.0g serving, Beef provides 372mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Beef?

Beef contains 319mg 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 Beef?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Beef is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.