CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

47%

Sodium

Potassium

27%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Lightly Cashews

Q: Is Lightly Cashews safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Cashews is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 473.0mg phosphorus, 208.0mg sodium, and 545.0mg 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 Lightly Cashews?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Cashews contains 473mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 47% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Lightly Cashews?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Cashews provides 208mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lightly Cashews?

Lightly Cashews contains 545mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

581 kcal

Protein

14.8 g

Carbs

31.6 g

Fat

47.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

473 mg

47% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

208 mg

9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

545 mg

27% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Lightly Cashews 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: 42104105)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Enfamil Infant Formula

Complete Vanilla Complete Vanilla Flavored Soymilk

Unsweetened Unsweetened Flaxmilk

Organic High Vitamin D Reduced Fat Milk

Phosphorus83 mg

Sodium56 mg

Potassium117 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lightly Cashews safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Cashews is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 473.0mg phosphorus, 208.0mg sodium, and 545.0mg 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 Lightly Cashews?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Cashews contains 473mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 47% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lightly Cashews?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Cashews provides 208mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Cashews?

Lightly Cashews contains 545mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Lightly Cashews?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lightly Cashews 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.