CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

54%

Sodium

Potassium

30%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Snacks Avoid

Lightly Cashew

Q: Is Lightly Cashew safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Cashew is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 179.0mg sodium, and 607.0mg 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 Lightly Cashew?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Cashew contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Lightly Cashew?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Cashew provides 179mg of sodium — about 8% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lightly Cashew?

Lightly Cashew contains 607mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 30% 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

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Calories

571 kcal

Protein

17.9 g

Carbs

28.6 g

Fat

46.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

536 mg

54% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

179 mg

8% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

607 mg

30% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: หลีกเลี่ยง for CKD

Lightly Cashew 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: 2063302) · Ingles Markets Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lightly Cashew safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Cashew is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 179.0mg sodium, and 607.0mg 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 Lightly Cashew?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Cashew contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lightly Cashew?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Cashew provides 179mg of sodium — about 8% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Cashew?

Lightly Cashew contains 607mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 30% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Lightly Cashew?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lightly Cashew 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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