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Gravy, au jus, dry

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskGravy's Sodium reaches 579% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus153 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium11588 mg579%
High
Potassium279 mg14%
Low

About this food

How to think about Condiments & Oils: Gravy is worth a closer look - Sodium varies hugely across condiments and oils - soy sauce and sauces are sodium-dense while most plant oils are nearly sodium-free. Swapping salty sauces for oils is a practical sodium trick.

Nutrient insight

Gravy's sodium is the top contributor (579% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein9.2 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Practical tip: Use herbs, lemon or vinegar instead of salty sauces; be aware that low-sodium salt substitutes swap in potassium.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gravy safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Gravy is Higher risk - Sodium (579%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Gravy rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Gravy's Sodium is 11588 mg, 579% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Gravy?

Per 100 g, Gravy contains Sodium 11588 mg, which is 579% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Gravy safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Gravy falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 279 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Gravy compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Compared with the typical Condiments & Oils food, Gravy has more Sodium - 11588 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.