Nuts, acorns, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus79 mg8%Low
Sodium0 mg<1%Low
Potassium539 mg27%High
About this food
Nuts sits in the Legumes & Nuts group. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest.
Nutrient insight
Nuts's potassium reaches 27% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein6.2 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate52 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food
Practical tips
If you are managing mineral intake: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.