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Bread, wheat, toasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Bread's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (30%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus188 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium601 mg30%
High
Potassium223 mg11%
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 30%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein13 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber4.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.4 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 is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 30% 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 (601 mg) equals 30% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

In every 100 g of Bread, Sodium is about 601 mg - roughly 30% 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 223 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 more Sodium (601 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.