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Nuts, chestnuts, european, dried, peeled

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Nuts falls in the Higher risk tier - Potassium (50%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus137 mg14%
Low
Sodium37 mg2%
Low
Potassium991 mg50%
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

The most striking number here is potassium (50%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Nuts.

Other nutrients

Protein5 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

A handy approach - 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Nuts is rated Higher risk - Potassium is the highest contributor at 50% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Nuts's Potassium is highest (991 mg, 50% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

Data: 100 g of Nuts has Potassium 991 mg (50% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Nuts exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 991 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Next to other Legumes & Nuts options, Nuts carries more Potassium at 991 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.