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Bread, cheese

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBread receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (38%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus120 mg12%
Low
Sodium750 mg38%
High
Potassium84 mg4%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Bread - Grains and starches are usually relatively low in potassium and phosphorus, making them a sensible base for a CKD diet. Watch whole-grain and some processed grain products, which can carry more phosphorus.

Nutrient insight

Bread's sodium (38%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein10.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine10.1 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bread safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Bread is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 38% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Bread rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Bread's Sodium is highest (750 mg, 38% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

On a per-100 g basis, Bread contains Sodium 750 mg, or 38% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Bread falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 84 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Bread compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Bread is more in Sodium (750 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.