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Bread, roll, Mexican, bollilo

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitBread's Sodium takes up 25% of the daily limit, earning a Limit rating - an occasional, small portion only.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus111 mg11%
Low
Sodium506 mg25%
High
Potassium131 mg7%
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 25% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein10.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.5 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 handy approach - 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 Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (25% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Bread rated Limit?

The reason: Sodium (506 mg, 25%) is the most prominent of Bread's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Data: 100 g of Bread has Sodium 506 mg (25% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Bread falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 131 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Bread compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Bread carries more Sodium at 506 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.