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Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, with salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Seeds is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 127% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus92 mg9%
Low
Sodium2541 mg127%
High
Potassium919 mg46%
High

About this food

Seeds 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

Sodium leads at 127%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein18.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber18.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Seeds safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Seeds is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (127%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Seeds rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Seeds's three minerals, Sodium is highest (2541 mg, 127%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Seeds?

In every 100 g of Seeds, Sodium is about 2541 mg - roughly 127% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Seeds safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Seeds exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 919 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Seeds compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Seeds shows more Sodium (2541 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.