Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

36%

Sodium

Potassium

34%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew

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

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 357.0mg phosphorus, 179.0mg 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 potassium is in Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew?

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

571 kcal

Protein

17.9 g

Carbs

32.1 g

Fat

46.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

357 mg

36% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

179 mg

8% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

679 mg

34% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew 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: 2631512) · Nabisco Food Company

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 357.0mg phosphorus, 179.0mg 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 Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew contains 357mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 36% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew provides 179mg of sodium — about 8% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew?

Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew 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 Lightly Halves & Pieces Cashew?

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