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Sauce, tartar, ready-to-serve

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Sauce is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 33% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium667 mg33%
High
Potassium68 mg3%
Low

About this food

Sauce belongs to the Condiments & Oils category. 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

Sauce's sodium is 33% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.2 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 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 Sauce safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sauce falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (33%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Sauce rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 667 mg, 33% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Sauce is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Sauce?

Data: 100 g of Sauce has Sodium 667 mg (33% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Sauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Sauce falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 68 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Sauce compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Next to other Condiments & Oils options, Sauce carries less Sodium at 667 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.