Almonds Whole Nuts — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

50%

Sodium

Potassium

37%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Almonds Whole Nuts

Q: Is Almonds Whole Nuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Almonds Whole Nuts is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 502.9mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 732.8mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

A 100.0g serving of Almonds Whole Nuts contains 502mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 50% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

Per 100.0g serving, Almonds Whole Nuts provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

Almonds Whole Nuts contains 732mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 37% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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Calories

0 kcal

Protein

21.5 g

Carbs

20.0 g

Fat

51.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

502 mg

50% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

732 mg

37% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Almonds Whole Nuts contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Almonds Whole Nuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Almonds Whole Nuts is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 502.9mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 732.8mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

A 100.0g serving of Almonds Whole Nuts contains 502mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 50% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

Per 100.0g serving, Almonds Whole Nuts provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Almonds Whole Nuts?

Almonds Whole Nuts contains 732mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 37% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Almonds Whole Nuts?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Almonds Whole Nuts is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.