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Bread, protein (includes gluten)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Bread falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (20%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus185 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium404 mg20%
Moderate
Potassium322 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

About 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Bread's sodium is the top contributor (20% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein12.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 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

Practical tip: 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 scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (20% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Bread rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (404 mg, 20%) is the most prominent of Bread's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread contains Sodium 404 mg, which is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Bread exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 322 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Bread compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Bread has less Sodium - 404 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.