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Chicken, ground, crumbles, cooked, pan-browned

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskChicken's Potassium reaches 34% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus234 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium75 mg4%
Low
Potassium677 mg34%
High

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Chicken is worth a closer look - 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 potassium is the top contributor (34% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein23.3 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

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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Chicken is rated Higher risk - Potassium is the highest contributor at 34% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Chicken rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Chicken's Potassium is highest (677 mg, 34% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Potassium is in Chicken?

Per 100 g, Chicken contains Potassium 677 mg, which is 34% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Chicken exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 677 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 more Potassium - 677 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.