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Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskSeeds's Phosphorus reaches 73% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus732 mg73%
High
Sodium115 mg6%
Low
Potassium414 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Legumes & Nuts: Seeds is worth a closer look - 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

Seeds's phosphorus is the top contributor (73% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein17 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber9.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 gNatural sugar
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

Practical tip: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Seeds falls in the Higher risk tier, with Phosphorus (73%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Seeds rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 732 mg, 73% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Seeds is rated Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Seeds?

Per 100 g, Seeds contains Phosphorus 732 mg, which is 73% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Seeds safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Seeds exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 414 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Seeds compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Seeds has more Phosphorus - 732 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.