Cashew Halves & Pieces — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

54%

Sodium

16%

Potassium

34%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Cashew Halves & Pieces

Q: Is Cashew Halves & Pieces safe for people with kidney disease?

Cashew Halves & Pieces is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 357.0mg sodium, and 679.0mg 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 Cashew Halves & Pieces?

A 100.0g serving of Cashew Halves & Pieces contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cashew Halves & Pieces?

Per 100.0g serving, Cashew Halves & Pieces provides 357mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cashew Halves & Pieces?

Cashew Halves & Pieces contains 679mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 34% 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

571 kcal

Protein

17.9 g

Carbs

32.1 g

Fat

46.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

536 mg

54% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

357 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

679 mg

34% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cashew Halves & Pieces 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.

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2272178) · Nabisco Food Company

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cashew Halves & Pieces safe for people with kidney disease?

Cashew Halves & Pieces is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 357.0mg sodium, and 679.0mg 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 Cashew Halves & Pieces?

A 100.0g serving of Cashew Halves & Pieces contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cashew Halves & Pieces?

Per 100.0g serving, Cashew Halves & Pieces provides 357mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cashew Halves & Pieces?

Cashew Halves & Pieces contains 679mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 34% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cashew Halves & Pieces?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cashew Halves & Pieces 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.