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Chicken breast, fat-free, mesquite flavor, sliced

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Chicken breast is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 52% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus256 mg26%
High
Sodium1040 mg52%
High
Potassium316 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Chicken breast is a common member of Meat & Protein. Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Chicken breast's sodium (52%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein16.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine141.7 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicken breast safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Chicken breast is Higher risk - Sodium (52%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Chicken breast rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Chicken breast's Sodium is 1040 mg, 52% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Chicken breast?

On a per-100 g basis, Chicken breast contains Sodium 1040 mg, or 52% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Chicken breast safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Chicken breast exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 316 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Chicken breast compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Chicken breast is more in Sodium (1040 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.