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Salad dressing, mayonnaise, imitation, soybean

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Salad dressing is Moderate: the highest item, Sodium, sits at 25% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium497 mg25%
Moderate
Potassium10 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Salad dressing is a common member of Condiments & Oils. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 25%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6 gMay contain added 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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salad dressing safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Salad dressing is rated Moderate - Sodium is the highest contributor at 25% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Salad dressing rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Salad dressing's Sodium is highest (497 mg, 25% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Sodium is in Salad dressing?

In every 100 g of Salad dressing, Sodium is about 497 mg - roughly 25% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Salad dressing safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Salad dressing falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 10 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Salad dressing compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Salad dressing shows less Sodium (497 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.