Pistachios Wonderful — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

50%

Sodium

Potassium

52%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Snacks Avoid

Pistachios Wonderful

Q: Is Pistachios Wonderful safe for people with kidney disease?

Pistachios Wonderful is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 500.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 1030.0mg 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 Pistachios Wonderful?

A 100.0g serving of Pistachios Wonderful contains 500mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 50% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Pistachios Wonderful?

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

Q: How much potassium is in Pistachios Wonderful?

Pistachios Wonderful contains 1030mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 52% 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

533 kcal

Protein

20.0 g

Carbs

26.7 g

Fat

46.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

500 mg

50% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

1030 mg

52% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pistachios Wonderful 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: 2123245) · Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds LLC

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pistachios Wonderful safe for people with kidney disease?

Pistachios Wonderful is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 500.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 1030.0mg 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 Pistachios Wonderful?

A 100.0g serving of Pistachios Wonderful contains 500mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 50% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pistachios Wonderful?

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

How much potassium is in Pistachios Wonderful?

Pistachios Wonderful contains 1030mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 52% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pistachios Wonderful?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pistachios Wonderful 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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