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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

29%

Sodium

Potassium

34%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Hazelnuts

Q: Is Hazelnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Hazelnuts is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 290.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 680.0mg 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 Hazelnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Hazelnuts contains 290mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 29% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Hazelnuts?

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

Q: How much potassium is in Hazelnuts?

Hazelnuts contains 680mg 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

628 kcal

Protein

15.0 g

Carbs

16.7 g

Fat

60.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

290 mg

29% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

680 mg

34% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Hazelnuts 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 42107000)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Safe

Plain Whole Milk Yogurt, Plain

Numoo Foods, Cold-Milled Cashew Nut Milk

Almondmilk, Original Unsweetened

Vanilla Creme Original Non Dairy Protein Shake, Vanilla Creme

Phosphorus120 mg

Sodium64 mg

Potassium178 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazelnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Hazelnuts is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 290.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 680.0mg 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 Hazelnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Hazelnuts contains 290mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 29% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Hazelnuts?

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

How much potassium is in Hazelnuts?

Hazelnuts contains 680mg 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 Hazelnuts?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Hazelnuts 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.

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