Higher riskChicken's Sodium reaches 31% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus205 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium615 mg31%
High
Potassium190 mg10%
Low
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
From the sodium angle (31%), Chicken must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein19.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
Chicken is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.
Why is Chicken rated Higher risk?
Chicken's Sodium content (615 mg) equals 31% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.
How much Sodium is in Chicken?
Per 100 g, Chicken provides Sodium 615 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (31%).
Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Chicken falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 190 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Chicken ranks more on Sodium (615 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.