Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
73%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
33%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
18.9 g
Carbs
24.5 g
Fat
48.4 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
732 mg
73% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
0 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
656 mg
33% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds safe for people with kidney disease?
Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 732.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 656.8mg 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 Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds?
A 100.0g serving of Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds contains 732mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 73% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds?
Per 100.0g serving, Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds?
Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds contains 656mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sunflower Seed Kernel Seeds 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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Last updated: March 15, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines