CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

10%

Sodium

23%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Pita Bread

Q: Is Pita Bread safe for people with kidney disease?

Pita Bread is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 102.0mg phosphorus, 536.0mg sodium, and 120.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Pita Bread?

A 100.0g serving of Pita Bread contains 102mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Pita Bread?

Per 100.0g serving, Pita Bread provides 536mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Pita Bread?

Pita Bread contains 120mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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Calories

275 kcal

Protein

9.0 g

Carbs

56.0 g

Fat

1.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

102 mg

10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

536 mg

23% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

120 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pita Bread contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pita Bread safe for people with kidney disease?

Pita Bread is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 102.0mg phosphorus, 536.0mg sodium, and 120.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Pita Bread?

A 100.0g serving of Pita Bread contains 102mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pita Bread?

Per 100.0g serving, Pita Bread provides 536mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pita Bread?

Pita Bread contains 120mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pita Bread?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pita Bread is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.