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Spices, nutmeg, ground

Per 100 g edible portion
Herbs & Spices
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Spices's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (21%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus213 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium350 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

Spices (Herbs & Spices). Herbs and spices are used in small amounts, so their mineral impact is minor. Dried, concentrated forms (like powders) do carry more potassium - use sparingly. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Spices's phosphorus (21%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein5.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber20.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3 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: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Dried spice powders are concentrated - use small amounts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spices safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Spices is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 21% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Spices rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Spices's Phosphorus is highest (213 mg, 21% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Spices?

On a per-100 g basis, Spices contains Phosphorus 213 mg, or 21% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Spices safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Spices exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 350 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Spices compare to other herbs & spices foods?

Measured against other Herbs & Spices foods, Spices is less in Phosphorus (213 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.