CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

23%

Sodium

Potassium

13%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Chicken Breast

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

Chicken Breast is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 228.0mg phosphorus, 74.0mg sodium, and 256.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Chicken Breast?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Breast contains 228mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Chicken Breast?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Breast provides 74mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Chicken Breast?

Chicken Breast contains 256mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

165 kcal

Protein

31.0 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

3.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

228 mg

23% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

74 mg

3% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

256 mg

13% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Chicken Breast 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA. ⭐

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Greek Low Fat Milk Yogurt

Honey Blueberry Honey Blueberry Flavored Greek Style Yogurt

Kids Organic Nutritional Grass Fed Protein 8g Shake

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Breast safe for people with kidney disease?

Chicken Breast is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 228.0mg phosphorus, 74.0mg sodium, and 256.0mg 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 Breast?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Breast contains 228mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Chicken Breast?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Breast provides 74mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Chicken Breast?

Chicken Breast contains 256mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Chicken Breast?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chicken Breast 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.