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Oil, olive, salad or cooking

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Kidney-friendlyOil is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest (<1%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Oil 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 <1%. 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
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
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Oil safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Oil is Kidney-friendly - Sodium (<1%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Oil rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Oil's Sodium is 2 mg, <1% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Sodium is in Oil?

In every 100 g of Oil, Sodium is about 2 mg - roughly <1% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Oil safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Oil falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 1 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Oil compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Oil shows less Sodium (2 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.