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Nuts, walnuts, dry roasted, with salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Nuts is Higher risk: the highest item, Phosphorus, is at 33% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus329 mg33%
High
Sodium643 mg32%
High
Potassium459 mg23%
Moderate

About this food

Nuts is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 33% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein14.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber7.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.6 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Nuts is Higher risk - Phosphorus (33%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Nuts's Phosphorus is 329 mg, 33% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Nuts?

Nuts's Phosphorus content is 329 mg per 100 g - 33% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Nuts exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 459 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

How does Nuts compare within Legumes & Nuts? Its Phosphorus (329 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.