ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Chicken lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 20%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus197 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium77 mg4%
Low
Potassium228 mg11%
Low
About this food
For Meat & Protein, Chicken is a typical example. 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
Chicken's phosphorus is 20% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein17.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Chicken is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (20%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Chicken rated Moderate?
Simply put: among Chicken's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (197 mg, 20%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.
How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?
Data: 100 g of Chicken has Phosphorus 197 mg (20% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Chicken falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 228 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.
How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?
Next to other Meat & Protein options, Chicken carries less Phosphorus at 197 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.