Chicken Egg is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Chicken Egg — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
20%
Sodium
6%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Chicken Egg

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
143 kcal
Protein
13.0 g
Carbs
0.7 g
Fat
10.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
198 mg
20% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
142 mg
6% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
138 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Chicken Egg contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from chinese-foods. USDA. P moderate per egg (~95mg).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Egg safe for people with kidney disease?
Chicken Egg is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 198.0mg phosphorus, 142.0mg sodium, and 138.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Chicken Egg?
A 100.0g serving of Chicken Egg contains 198mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 20% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Chicken Egg?
Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Egg provides 142mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Chicken Egg?
Chicken Egg contains 138mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Chicken Egg?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chicken Egg is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines