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Fast Foods, Fried Chicken, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
ModerateFast Foods is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 25% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus211 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium492 mg25%
Moderate
Potassium291 mg15%
Low

About this food

Fast Foods sits in the Prepared Foods group. 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 leads at 25%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein26.2 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
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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Fast Foods is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (25%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Fast Foods rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Fast Foods's three minerals, Sodium is highest (492 mg, 25%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Fast Foods?

In every 100 g of Fast Foods, Sodium is about 492 mg - roughly 25% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Fast Foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Fast Foods falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 291 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Fast Foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

Against the Prepared Foods average, Fast Foods shows more Sodium (492 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.