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Margarine, regular, 80% fat, composite, tub, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Margarine falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (33%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus5 mg<1%
Low
Sodium657 mg33%
High
Potassium17 mg<1%
Low

About this food

About Margarine: 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

From the sodium angle (33%), Margarine must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 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
Oxalate6 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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 safe for kidney disease?

Margarine scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (33% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Margarine rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (657 mg, 33%) is the most prominent of Margarine's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Margarine?

Per 100 g, Margarine provides Sodium 657 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (33%).

Is Margarine safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Margarine falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 17 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Margarine compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Within Condiments & Oils, Margarine ranks less on Sodium (657 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.