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Nuts, coconut meat, dried (desiccated), sweetened, flaked, packaged

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Nuts falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (18%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus100 mg10%
Low
Sodium285 mg14%
Low
Potassium361 mg18%
Moderate

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

Potassium at 18% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)36.8 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

A common practice is: 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 scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (18% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Nuts rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (361 mg, 18%) is the most prominent of Nuts's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

Per 100 g, Nuts provides Potassium 361 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (18%).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Nuts exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 361 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Within Legumes & Nuts, Nuts ranks less on Potassium (361 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.