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BChicken Drumstick
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Graded B — 61 out of 100, #18 of 34 proteins. Protein quality (DIAAS) carries the score (94/100); omega-3 drags it down (0/100).
The short version: Dark-meat economy — cheaper than breast, slightly richer in iron and zinc.
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Nutrition facts
Nutrition Facts
Why it scored 61
Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.
Where it ranks
#18 of 34 in Proteins. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →
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Questions people ask
Is Chicken Drumstick healthy?
It grades B — 61 out of 100, #18 of 34 proteins in our system. Dark-meat economy — cheaper than breast, slightly richer in iron and zinc.
How many calories are in Chicken Drumstick?
116 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.
How is the nutrition score for Chicken Drumstick calculated?
Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.