Beef — Vaca is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Beef — Vaca — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
21%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
16%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Beef — Vaca

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
196 kcal
Protein
21.0 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
12.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
210 mg
21% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
54 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
328 mg
16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Beef — Vaca 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 spanish-foods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beef — Vaca safe for people with kidney disease?
Beef — Vaca is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 210.0mg phosphorus, 54.0mg sodium, and 328.0mg 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 Beef — Vaca?
A 100.0g serving of Beef — Vaca contains 210mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 21% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Beef — Vaca?
Per 100.0g serving, Beef — Vaca provides 54mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Beef — Vaca?
Beef — Vaca contains 328mg 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 — Vaca?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Beef — Vaca 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