Nuts, almond butter, plain, without salt added
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus508 mg51%High
Sodium7 mg<1%Low
Potassium748 mg37%High
About this food
About Nuts: 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. As a Legumes & Nuts item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.
Nutrient insight
On the phosphorus angle (51%), Nuts belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein21 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.4 gNatural sugar
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
A common practice is: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.