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Bread, sticks, plain

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Bread is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 36% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus121 mg12%
Low
Sodium713 mg36%
High
Potassium124 mg6%
Low

About this food

Bread belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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 (36% 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 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.3 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

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 is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 36% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Bread rated Higher risk?

Bread's Sodium content (713 mg) equals 36% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread contains Sodium 713 mg, which is 36% 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 124 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 - 713 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.