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Bread, reduced-calorie, wheat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Bread's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (17%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus149 mg15%
Low
Sodium332 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium150 mg8%
Low

About this food

Bread (Grains & Starches). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 17%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein13.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber11.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.7 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

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 scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (17% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Bread rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (332 mg, 17%) is the most prominent of Bread's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

In every 100 g of Bread, Sodium is about 332 mg - roughly 17% 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 150 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 less Sodium (332 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.