Chicken Drumstick — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

19%

Sodium

15%

Potassium

12%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Chicken Drumstick

Q: Is Chicken Drumstick safe for people with kidney disease?

Chicken Drumstick is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 194.0mg phosphorus, 353.0mg sodium, and 246.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Chicken Drumstick?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Drumstick contains 194mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Chicken Drumstick?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Drumstick provides 353mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Chicken Drumstick?

Chicken Drumstick contains 246mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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Calories

190 kcal

Protein

23.2 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

10.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

194 mg

19% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

353 mg

15% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

246 mg

12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Chicken Drumstick is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 24142300)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Drumstick safe for people with kidney disease?

Chicken Drumstick is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 194.0mg phosphorus, 353.0mg sodium, and 246.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Chicken Drumstick?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Drumstick contains 194mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Chicken Drumstick?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Drumstick provides 353mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Chicken Drumstick?

Chicken Drumstick contains 246mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Chicken Drumstick?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chicken Drumstick is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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