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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

100%

Sodium

Potassium

43%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs

Q: Is Sunflower Seeds, Nfs safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 1160.0mg phosphorus, 3.0mg sodium, and 850.0mg 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 Seeds, Nfs?

A 100.0g serving of Sunflower Seeds, Nfs contains 1160mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 100% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Sunflower Seeds, Nfs?

Per 100.0g serving, Sunflower Seeds, Nfs provides 3mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sunflower Seeds, Nfs?

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs contains 850mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 43% 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

582 kcal

Protein

19.3 g

Carbs

24.1 g

Fat

49.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

1160 mg

100% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

3 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

850 mg

43% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 43102400)

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Phosphorus63 mg

Sodium89 mg

Potassium198 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunflower Seeds, Nfs safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 1160.0mg phosphorus, 3.0mg sodium, and 850.0mg 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 Seeds, Nfs?

A 100.0g serving of Sunflower Seeds, Nfs contains 1160mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 100% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sunflower Seeds, Nfs?

Per 100.0g serving, Sunflower Seeds, Nfs provides 3mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sunflower Seeds, Nfs?

Sunflower Seeds, Nfs contains 850mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 43% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sunflower Seeds, Nfs?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sunflower Seeds, Nfs 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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