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Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskMargarine-like spread is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 34% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus4 mg<1%
Low
Sodium670 mg34%
High
Potassium4 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Margarine-like spread sits in the Condiments & Oils group. 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

Sodium leads at 34%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 spread safe for kidney disease?

Margarine-like spread scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (34% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Margarine-like spread rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (670 mg, 34%) is the most prominent of Margarine-like spread's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Margarine-like spread?

In every 100 g of Margarine-like spread, Sodium is about 670 mg - roughly 34% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

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

For people watching potassium, Margarine-like spread falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 4 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

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

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Margarine-like spread shows less Sodium (670 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.