CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

37%

Sodium

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Walnuts

Q: Is Walnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Walnuts is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 365.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 424.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Walnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Walnuts contains 365mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 37% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Walnuts?

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

Q: How much potassium is in Walnuts?

Walnuts contains 424mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% 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

730 kcal

Protein

14.6 g

Carbs

10.9 g

Fat

69.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

365 mg

37% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

424 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Walnuts is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 42116000)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Blackberry Blackberry Light Nonfat Yogurt

Mixed Berry Mixed Berry Lowfat Yogurt

Nonfat Fluid With Added Vitamin A And Vitamin D Milk

Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk

Phosphorus17 mg

Sodium75 mg

Potassium79 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walnuts safe for people with kidney disease?

Walnuts is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 365.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 424.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Walnuts?

A 100.0g serving of Walnuts contains 365mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 37% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Walnuts?

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

How much potassium is in Walnuts?

Walnuts contains 424mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Walnuts?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Walnuts is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.