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Margarine, regular, 80% fat, composite, tub, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Kidney-friendlyMargarine scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 1% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus5 mg<1%
Low
Sodium28 mg1%
Low
Potassium17 mg<1%
Low

About this food

How to think about Condiments & Oils: Margarine is worth a closer look - 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

Margarine's sodium is 1% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

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 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 safe for kidney disease?

Margarine is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 1% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Margarine rated Kidney-friendly?

Margarine's Sodium content (28 mg) equals 1% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Margarine?

Data: 100 g of Margarine has Sodium 28 mg (1% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Margarine safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Margarine falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 17 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Margarine compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Next to other Condiments & Oils options, Margarine carries less Sodium at 28 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.