LimitNuts receives a Limit rating. Potassium at 28% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus209 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium37 mg2%
Low
Potassium551 mg28%
High
About this food
In a CKD diet, Legumes & Nuts deserve attention: 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.
Nutrient insight
Potassium is the highest of the three at 28%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.
Other nutrients
Protein5.3 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Nuts is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (28%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Nuts rated Limit?
Simply put: among Nuts's three minerals, Potassium is highest (551 mg, 28%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.
How much Potassium is in Nuts?
In every 100 g of Nuts, Potassium is about 551 mg - roughly 28% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Nuts exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 551 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?
Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Nuts shows less Potassium (551 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.