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Sauce, sweet and sour, ready-to-serve

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
LimitSauce is rated Limit. Sodium is 27% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus7 mg<1%
Low
Sodium539 mg27%
High
Potassium99 mg5%
Low

About this food

Sauce 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 at 27% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein0.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)18.8 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Sauce is Limit - Sodium (27%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Sauce rated Limit?

Rating basis: Sauce's Sodium is 539 mg, 27% of the daily limit, judged as Limit per the 25-30% tier.

How much Sodium is in Sauce?

Sauce's Sodium content is 539 mg per 100 g - 27% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Sauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Sauce falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 99 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Sauce compare to other condiments & oils foods?

How does Sauce compare within Condiments & Oils? Its Sodium (539 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.