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Gravy, mushroom, dry, powder

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskGravy's Sodium reaches 329% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus203 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium6580 mg329%
High
Potassium262 mg13%
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 (329% 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

Protein10 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber4.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.3 gMay contain added sugar
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?

Gravy scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (329% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Gravy rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (6580 mg, 329%) is the most prominent of Gravy's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Gravy?

Per 100 g, Gravy contains Sodium 6580 mg, which is 329% 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 262 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 - 6580 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.