CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

11%

Sodium

Potassium

30%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Chestnuts

Q: Is Chestnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Chestnuts is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 107.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 592.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Chestnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Chestnuts contains 107mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Chestnuts?

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

Q: How much potassium is in Chestnuts?

Chestnuts contains 592mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 30% 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

245 kcal

Protein

3.2 g

Carbs

53.0 g

Fat

2.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

107 mg

11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

592 mg

30% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Chestnuts is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 42105000)

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Phosphorus96 mg

Sodium83 mg

Potassium188 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chestnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Chestnuts is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 107.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 592.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Chestnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Chestnuts contains 107mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Chestnuts?

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

How much potassium is in Chestnuts?

Chestnuts contains 592mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 30% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Chestnuts?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chestnuts is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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