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Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, without peanuts, with salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskNuts is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 45% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus449 mg45%
High
Sodium306 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium544 mg27%
High

About this food

Nuts sits in the Legumes & Nuts group. 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

Phosphorus leads at 45%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Natural plant source (lower absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein15.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber5.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.4 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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Nuts falls in the Higher risk tier, with Phosphorus (45%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 449 mg, 45% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Nuts is rated Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Nuts?

In every 100 g of Nuts, Phosphorus is about 449 mg - roughly 45% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Nuts exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 544 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 more Phosphorus (449 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.