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Bread, cornbread, dry mix, unenriched (includes corn muffin mix)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBread is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 56% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus489 mg49%
High
Sodium1111 mg56%
High
Potassium113 mg6%
Low

About this food

Bread sits in the Grains & Starches group. 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

Sodium leads at 56%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein7 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Bread is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 56% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Bread rated Higher risk?

Bread's Sodium content (1111 mg) equals 56% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

In every 100 g of Bread, Sodium is about 1111 mg - roughly 56% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Bread falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 113 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Bread compare to other grains & starches foods?

Against the Grains & Starches average, Bread shows more Sodium (1111 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.