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Margarine-like shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated), cottonseed, and soy, principal use flaky pastries

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Margarine-like shortening's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (43%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium864 mg43%
High
Potassium0 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Margarine-like shortening (Condiments & Oils). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Margarine-like shortening's sodium (43%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of 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

Worth remembering: 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 Margarine-like shortening safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Margarine-like shortening falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (43%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Margarine-like shortening rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 864 mg, 43% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Margarine-like shortening is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Margarine-like shortening?

On a per-100 g basis, Margarine-like shortening contains Sodium 864 mg, or 43% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Margarine-like shortening safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Margarine-like shortening falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 0 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Margarine-like shortening compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Measured against other Condiments & Oils foods, Margarine-like shortening is less in Sodium (864 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.