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Nuts, pistachio nuts, dry roasted, without salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskNuts receives a Higher risk rating. Potassium (50%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus469 mg47%
High
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1007 mg50%
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 50%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein21.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.7 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?

Nuts scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (50% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (1007 mg, 50%) is the most prominent of Nuts's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

In every 100 g of Nuts, Potassium is about 1007 mg - roughly 50% 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 1007 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 Potassium (1007 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.