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Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Chicken is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 10% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus100 mg10%
Low
Sodium63 mg3%
Low
Potassium103 mg5%
Low

About this food

Chicken 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

Chicken's phosphorus is 10% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein13.3 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

A handy approach - 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Chicken is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (10%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Chicken rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Chicken's Phosphorus is 100 mg, 10% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

Data: 100 g of Chicken has Phosphorus 100 mg (10% 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 103 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 100 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.