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Bread, french or vienna (includes sourdough)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Bread lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 30% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus105 mg10%
Low
Sodium602 mg30%
High
Potassium117 mg6%
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 (30%), Bread must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein10.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.6 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

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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Bread is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 30% 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 (602 mg, 30% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread provides Sodium 602 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (30%).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Bread falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 117 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 (602 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.