CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

17%

Sodium

16%

Potassium

15%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Ground Beef

Q: Is Ground Beef safe for people with kidney disease?

Ground Beef is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 170.0mg phosphorus, 373.0mg sodium, and 293.0mg 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 Ground Beef?

A 100.0g serving of Ground Beef contains 170mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Ground Beef?

Per 100.0g serving, Ground Beef provides 373mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Ground Beef?

Ground Beef contains 293mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% 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

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Calories

213 kcal

Protein

18.4 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

14.9 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

170 mg

17% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

373 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

293 mg

15% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Ground 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: 21500000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ground Beef safe for people with kidney disease?

Ground Beef is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 170.0mg phosphorus, 373.0mg sodium, and 293.0mg 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 Ground Beef?

A 100.0g serving of Ground Beef 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 Ground Beef?

Per 100.0g serving, Ground Beef provides 373mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Ground Beef?

Ground Beef contains 293mg 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 Ground Beef?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ground 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.

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