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Bread, white, commercially prepared, toasted, low sodium no salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Bread falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (19%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus103 mg10%
Low
Sodium376 mg19%
Moderate
Potassium131 mg7%
Low

About this food

About Bread: 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Bread's sodium is the top contributor (19% 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

Protein9 gNot part of rating
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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Bread is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (19%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Bread rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Bread's three minerals, Sodium is highest (376 mg, 19%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread contains Sodium 376 mg, which is 19% 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 131 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 less Sodium - 376 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.