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Bread, reduced-calorie, white

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateBread's standout mineral is Sodium (24% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus121 mg12%
Low
Sodium479 mg24%
Moderate
Potassium76 mg4%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Bread is worth a closer look - 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 is the top contributor (24% 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

Protein8.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.8 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Bread is Moderate - Sodium (24%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Bread rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Bread's Sodium is 479 mg, 24% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread contains Sodium 479 mg, which is 24% 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 falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 76 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 more Sodium - 479 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.