Roasted & No Shells Pistachios — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

46%

Sodium

21%

Potassium

50%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios

Q: Is Roasted & No Shells Pistachios safe for people with kidney disease?

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 464.0mg phosphorus, 482.0mg sodium, and 1000.0mg 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 Roasted & No Shells Pistachios?

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios contains 1000mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 50% 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

536 kcal

Protein

21.4 g

Carbs

28.6 g

Fat

46.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

464 mg

46% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

482 mg

21% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

1000 mg

50% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios 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: 726868) · WONDERFUL

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roasted & No Shells Pistachios safe for people with kidney disease?

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 464.0mg phosphorus, 482.0mg sodium, and 1000.0mg 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 Roasted & No Shells Pistachios?

A 100.0g serving of Roasted & No Shells Pistachios contains 464mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 46% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Roasted & No Shells Pistachios?

Per 100.0g serving, Roasted & No Shells Pistachios provides 482mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Roasted & No Shells Pistachios?

Roasted & No Shells Pistachios contains 1000mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 50% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Roasted & No Shells Pistachios?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Roasted & No Shells Pistachios 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.