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Chicken breast tenders, breaded, uncooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Chicken breast tenders is rated Limit - Sodium reaches 27% of its limit, approaching the 30% caution line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus211 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium536 mg27%
High
Potassium214 mg11%
Low

About this food

Chicken breast tenders belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (27%), Chicken breast tenders must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein14.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.4 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

A common practice is: 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 tenders safe for kidney disease?

Chicken breast tenders scores Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (27% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Chicken breast tenders rated Limit?

The reason: Sodium (536 mg, 27%) is the most prominent of Chicken breast tenders's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Sodium is in Chicken breast tenders?

Per 100 g, Chicken breast tenders provides Sodium 536 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (27%).

Is Chicken breast tenders safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Chicken breast tenders falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 214 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

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

Within Meat & Protein, Chicken breast tenders ranks more on Sodium (536 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.