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Fast Foods, Fried Chicken, Drumstick, meat and skin with breading

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
LimitFast Foods receives a Limit rating. Sodium at 30% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus188 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium591 mg30%
High
Potassium253 mg13%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Prepared Foods deserve attention: Fast Foods - The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 30% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein21.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: Keeping the portion moderate and the preparation plain helps the minerals stay within the daily limits.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fast Foods safe for kidney disease?

Fast Foods scores Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (30% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Fast Foods rated Limit?

The reason: Sodium (591 mg, 30%) is the most prominent of Fast Foods's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Sodium is in Fast Foods?

Fast Foods's Sodium content is 591 mg per 100 g - 30% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Fast Foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Fast Foods falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 253 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Fast Foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

How does Fast Foods compare within Prepared Foods? Its Sodium (591 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.