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Nuts, chestnuts, chinese, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskNuts's Potassium reaches 36% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus155 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium726 mg36%
High

About this food

How to think about Legumes & Nuts: Nuts is worth a closer look - 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 is the top contributor (36% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein6.8 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

Practical tip: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nuts safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Nuts is Higher risk - Potassium (36%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Nuts's Potassium is 726 mg, 36% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

Per 100 g, Nuts contains Potassium 726 mg, which is 36% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Nuts exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 726 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Nuts has more Potassium - 726 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.