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Ham salad spread

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskHam salad spread receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (54%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus120 mg12%
Low
Sodium1075 mg54%
High
Potassium150 mg8%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Ham salad spread - Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach.

Nutrient insight

Ham salad spread's sodium (54%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein8.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine69.4 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ham salad spread safe for kidney disease?

Ham salad spread scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (54% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Ham salad spread rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (1075 mg, 54%) is the most prominent of Ham salad spread's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Ham salad spread?

On a per-100 g basis, Ham salad spread contains Sodium 1075 mg, or 54% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Ham salad spread safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Ham salad spread falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 150 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Ham salad spread compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Ham salad spread is more in Sodium (1075 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.