Chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs)

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USDA name: Chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), raw

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1839 cal
P:10gC:1gF:44g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories1839

Total Fat44.2g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs0.8g

Fiber0.0g

Sugars0.0g

Protein9.6g

Macro Breakdown

Protein9.6g (9%)
Carbs0.8g (1%)
Fat44.2g (91%)

Health Scores (0-10)

8.5
Metabolic
1.4
Inflammation
9.2
Hormonal
5.0
Gut Health
10.0
Skin Health
2.6
Brain Health
6.5
Bone Health
5.8
Sleep
7.0
Exercise
5.0
Longevity
9.0
Detox
9.5
Immunity
5.8
Pral
0.0
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.0
Bioavailability
4.7
Electrolyte
5.0
Methylation

🧬 How Chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs) Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 6% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 2% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Testosterone 1% DV

Vitamin D (undefined% DV) activates Leydig cells for T production. Low D is linked to low T.

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Cortisol 7% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 18% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Hypothyroid

selenium + zinc. Thyroid hormone synthesis requires iodine + tyrosine for T4 structure, selenium for T4→T3 conversion.

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Testosterone Low

zinc + selenium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.

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Muscle Support

9.6g protein per 100g. Good for muscle repair.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal1839.0 kJ—
Protein9.6 g19% DV
Total Fat44.2 g57% DV
Carbohydrate0.8 g—
Cholesterol105.0 mg35% DV
Sodium51.0 mg2% DV
Calcium6.0 mg—
Iron0.4 mg2% DV
Magnesium8.0 mg2% DV
Phosphorus95.0 mg8% DV
Potassium119.0 mg3% DV
Zinc0.7 mg6% DV
Vitamin B60.1 mg7% DV
Folate2.0 µg1% DV
Vitamin A59.0 µg7% DV
Vitamin E0.3 mg2% DV
Vitamin D0.2 µg1% DV
Vitamin K0.4 µg—
Selenium10.1 µg18% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), raw affect hormones?
Yes — Chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), raw is rich in selenium (18% DV), which Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.. selenium supports T3 (active thyroid) and Testosterone production.