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Bread, white, commercially prepared, toasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Bread's Limit rating is driven by Sodium (27%), in the 25-30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus103 mg10%
Low
Sodium537 mg27%
High
Potassium131 mg7%
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 27%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein9 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.2 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 Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (27% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Bread rated Limit?

The reason: Sodium (537 mg, 27%) is the most prominent of Bread's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

In every 100 g of Bread, Sodium is about 537 mg - roughly 27% 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 131 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 (537 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.