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Nuts, pistachio nuts, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Nuts's Higher risk rating is driven by Potassium (51%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus490 mg49%
High
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1025 mg51%
High

About this food

Nuts (Legumes & 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 51%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein20.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.6 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 is rated Higher risk: Potassium is 51% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

Nuts's Potassium content (1025 mg) equals 51% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Nuts?

In every 100 g of Nuts, Potassium is about 1025 mg - roughly 51% 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 1025 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 (1025 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.