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Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Seeds is Higher risk: the highest item, Phosphorus, is at 67% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus667 mg67%
High
Sodium47 mg2%
Low
Potassium370 mg18%
Moderate

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

Seeds's phosphorus (67%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein20.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber11.6 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

Worth remembering: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Seeds is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 67% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Seeds rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Seeds's Phosphorus is highest (667 mg, 67% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Seeds?

On a per-100 g basis, Seeds contains Phosphorus 667 mg, or 67% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Seeds safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Seeds exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 370 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Seeds compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Measured against other Legumes & Nuts foods, Seeds is more in Phosphorus (667 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.