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Chicken, wing, frozen, glazed, barbecue flavored, heated (conventional oven)

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Chicken is rated Limit - Sodium reaches 28% of its limit, approaching the 30% caution line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus233 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium559 mg28%
High
Potassium218 mg11%
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

From the sodium angle (28%), Chicken must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein22.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.9 gNatural 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 common practice is: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Chicken is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (28%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Chicken rated Limit?

Simply put: among Chicken's three minerals, Sodium is highest (559 mg, 28%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Sodium is in Chicken?

Per 100 g, Chicken provides Sodium 559 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (28%).

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Chicken falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 218 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 (559 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.