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Nuts, coconut cream, canned, sweetened

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Nuts falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (5%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus22 mg2%
Low
Sodium36 mg2%
Low
Potassium101 mg5%
Low

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

Nuts's potassium is the top contributor (5% 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

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)51.5 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

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?

Nuts is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 5% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Nuts rated Kidney-friendly?

Nuts's Potassium content (101 mg) equals 5% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

Per 100 g, Nuts contains Potassium 101 mg, which is 5% 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 falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 101 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 less Potassium - 101 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.