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Nuts, ginkgo nuts, canned

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Nuts falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (15%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus54 mg5%
Low
Sodium307 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium180 mg9%
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 sodium is 15% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein2.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Nuts is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (15%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Nuts rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Nuts's three minerals, Sodium is highest (307 mg, 15%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Nuts?

Data: 100 g of Nuts has Sodium 307 mg (15% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Nuts falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 180 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 Sodium at 307 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.