Corn Tortillas

The bottom line
A low-mineral bread alternative that wraps almost anything — naturally lower in sodium than most sliced bread.
A healthier swap
No swap needed; tortillas swap in for bread when sodium needs trimming.
Understand the nutrients
Frequently asked questions
Are flour tortillas the same?
Flour tortillas are usually higher in sodium and may carry phosphate raising agents. Corn tortillas are the cleaner kidney choice.
These pages are general education about eating with kidney disease, dialysis or a kidney transplant. They are not medical advice and do not replace your own care plan. Kidney diets are individual: what is right for you depends on your stage, your blood tests, your medicines and your other conditions. Always talk to your care team or renal dietitian before changing what you eat, and never stop or change a medicine because of something you read here.

