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Sauce, pesto, ready-to-serve, refrigerated

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Sauce lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 30% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus273 mg27%
High
Sodium603 mg30%
High
Potassium560 mg28%
High

About this food

For Condiments & Oils, Sauce is a typical example. 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

From the sodium angle (30%), Sauce must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein9.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.3 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate9.5 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 Sauce safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Sauce is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 30% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Sauce rated Higher risk?

Sauce is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 30% of its limit (603 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Sauce?

Per 100 g, Sauce provides Sodium 603 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (30%).

Is Sauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Sauce exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 560 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Sauce compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Within Condiments & Oils, Sauce ranks less on Sodium (603 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.