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Nuts, chestnuts, japanese, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Nuts is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 38% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus169 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium34 mg2%
Low
Potassium768 mg38%
High

About this food

Nuts belongs to the Legumes & Nuts category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (38%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Nuts.

Other nutrients

Protein5.2 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

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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Nuts is Higher risk - Potassium (38%) 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 768 mg, 38% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

Data: 100 g of Nuts has Potassium 768 mg (38% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Nuts exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 768 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 768 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.