Pumpernickel Bread — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

18%

Sodium

26%

Potassium

10%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Pumpernickel Bread

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

Pumpernickel Bread is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 178.0mg phosphorus, 596.0mg sodium, and 208.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Pumpernickel Bread?

A 100.0g serving of Pumpernickel Bread contains 178mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Pumpernickel Bread?

Per 100.0g serving, Pumpernickel Bread provides 596mg of sodium — about 26% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Pumpernickel Bread?

Pumpernickel Bread contains 208mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

250 kcal

Protein

8.7 g

Carbs

47.5 g

Fat

3.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

178 mg

18% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

596 mg

26% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

208 mg

10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Pumpernickel Bread is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 51404010)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Puerto Rican Style Hayacas

Wheat All-purpose Enriched Unbleached Flour

Wheat All-purpose Flour

Phosphorus108 mg

Sodium2 mg

Potassium136 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pumpernickel Bread safe for people with kidney disease?

Pumpernickel Bread is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 178.0mg phosphorus, 596.0mg sodium, and 208.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Pumpernickel Bread?

A 100.0g serving of Pumpernickel Bread contains 178mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pumpernickel Bread?

Per 100.0g serving, Pumpernickel Bread provides 596mg of sodium — about 26% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pumpernickel Bread?

Pumpernickel Bread contains 208mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pumpernickel Bread?

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