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Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Seeds is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 66% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus660 mg66%
High
Sodium9 mg<1%
Low
Potassium645 mg32%
High

About this food

Seeds belongs to the Legumes & Nuts category. 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 (66% 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

Protein20.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber8.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate0 mgLow oxalateNot rated · exact match
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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Seeds is Higher risk - Phosphorus (66%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Seeds rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Seeds's Phosphorus is 660 mg, 66% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Seeds?

Per 100 g, Seeds contains Phosphorus 660 mg, which is 66% 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 645 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 - 660 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.