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Bread, cracked-wheat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitFrom a daily-limit view, Bread lands in the Limit band: Sodium is highest at 27% - limit your intake.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus153 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium538 mg27%
High
Potassium177 mg9%
Low

About this food

For Grains & Starches, Bread is a typical example. 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

From the sodium angle (27%), Bread must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein8.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.5 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

A common practice is: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Bread falls in the Limit tier, with Sodium (27%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Bread rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 538 mg, 27% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Bread is rated Limit.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread provides Sodium 538 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (27%).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Bread falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 177 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Bread compare to other grains & starches foods?

Within Grains & Starches, Bread ranks more on Sodium (538 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.