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Bread, whole-wheat, commercially prepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Bread is Moderate: the highest item, Sodium, sits at 23% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus212 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium455 mg23%
Moderate
Potassium254 mg13%
Low

About this food

Bread is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 23%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein12.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.3 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

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 Moderate: Sodium is 23% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Bread rated Moderate?

Bread's Sodium content (455 mg) equals 23% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Bread?

In every 100 g of Bread, Sodium is about 455 mg - roughly 23% 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 254 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 (455 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.