Veal — Vitello is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Veal — Vitello — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
21%
Sodium
4%
Potassium
16%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Veal — Vitello

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
172 kcal
Protein
24.0 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
8.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
214 mg
21% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
89 mg
4% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
322 mg
16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Veal — Vitello 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 italian-foods. USDA. For osso buco + saltimbocca.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veal — Vitello safe for people with kidney disease?
Veal — Vitello is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 214.0mg phosphorus, 89.0mg sodium, and 322.0mg 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 Veal — Vitello?
A 100.0g serving of Veal — Vitello contains 214mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 21% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Veal — Vitello?
Per 100.0g serving, Veal — Vitello provides 89mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Veal — Vitello?
Veal — Vitello contains 322mg 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 Veal — Vitello?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Veal — Vitello 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: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines