Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

75%

Sodium

23%

Potassium

34%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds

Q: Is Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 750.0mg phosphorus, 532.0mg sodium, and 689.0mg 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 Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

A 100.0g serving of Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds contains 750mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 75% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

Per 100.0g serving, Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds provides 532mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds contains 689mg 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

612 kcal

Protein

21.0 g

Carbs

17.1 g

Fat

56.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

750 mg

75% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

532 mg

23% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

689 mg

34% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sunflower Seed Kernels 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.

Source & Notes

USDA Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 325524)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 750.0mg phosphorus, 532.0mg sodium, and 689.0mg 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 Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

A 100.0g serving of Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds contains 750mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 75% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

Per 100.0g serving, Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds provides 532mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds contains 689mg 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 Sunflower Seed Kernels Seeds?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sunflower Seed Kernels 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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