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Bread, whole-wheat, prepared from recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateBread's standout mineral is Phosphorus (19% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus187 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium346 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium314 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Bread is worth a closer look - 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 phosphorus is the top contributor (19% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein8.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.8 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 Moderate: Phosphorus is 19% 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 Phosphorus content (187 mg) equals 19% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Bread?

Per 100 g, Bread contains Phosphorus 187 mg, which is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Bread safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Bread exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 314 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 Phosphorus - 187 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.