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Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Chicken falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Phosphorus (17%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus173 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium77 mg4%
Low
Potassium229 mg11%
Low

About this food

About Chicken: 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Chicken's phosphorus is the top contributor (17% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein21.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of 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

Practical tip: 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 safe for kidney disease?

Chicken is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 17% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Chicken rated Moderate?

Chicken's Phosphorus content (173 mg) equals 17% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

Per 100 g, Chicken contains Phosphorus 173 mg, which is 17% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Chicken falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 229 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Chicken has less Phosphorus - 173 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.