Chicken
Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.
It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 18.52 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 39, for Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 69% | |
| Calories from Fat | 31% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 0% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Niacin
- Low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 44.1 IU | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg | 4.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 5.3 mg | 26.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 8.8 mg | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 0.88 mg | 4.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Magnesium | 21.2 mg | 5.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Phosphorus | 176.4 mg | 17.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Potassium | 226.6 mg | 6.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Sodium | 95.2 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 0.88 mg | 5.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Copper | 0 mg |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | |||
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | Top 10% | Very High |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 0.97 g | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 Calories from Fat 37
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1 g 6.3%
Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 82 mg 27.3%
Sodium 108 mg 4.5%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 21 g 42%
Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C
Calcium 1% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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