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Bread, reduced-calorie, rye

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitBread receives a Limit rating. Sodium at 26% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus78 mg8%
Low
Sodium513 mg26%
High
Potassium98 mg5%
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 (26%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein9.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber12 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.3 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Bread is Limit. Main consideration: Sodium at 26% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Bread rated Limit?

Bread is rated Limit because Sodium is 26% of its limit (513 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

On a per-100 g basis, Bread contains Sodium 513 mg, or 26% 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 98 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 (513 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.