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Fast Foods, Fried Chicken, Thigh, meat and skin and breading

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Fast Foods is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 37% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus210 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium747 mg37%
High
Potassium240 mg12%
Low

About this food

Fast Foods belongs to the Prepared Foods category. The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site.

Nutrient insight

Fast Foods's sodium is 37% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein19.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.1 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

A handy approach - 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Fast Foods is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 37% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Fast Foods rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Fast Foods's Sodium is highest (747 mg, 37% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Fast Foods?

Data: 100 g of Fast Foods has Sodium 747 mg (37% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Fast Foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Fast Foods falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 240 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Fast Foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

Next to other Prepared Foods options, Fast Foods carries more Sodium at 747 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.