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Margarine-like, vegetable oil-butter spread, tub, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Margarine-like falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (39%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium786 mg39%
High
Potassium36 mg2%
Low

About this food

About Margarine-like: 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. As a Condiments & Oils item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Margarine-like's sodium is 39% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein1 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

A handy approach - 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Margarine-like is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (39%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Margarine-like rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Margarine-like's three minerals, Sodium is highest (786 mg, 39%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Margarine-like?

Data: 100 g of Margarine-like has Sodium 786 mg (39% of the 2,000 mg limit).

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

Low-potassium question: Margarine-like falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 36 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

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

Next to other Condiments & Oils options, Margarine-like carries less Sodium at 786 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.