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Condiments
Sauce
Sauce is a broad culinary category rather than a single whole food, covering preparations made from ingredients such as tomatoes, herbs, oils, dairy, soy, or spices. Its nutrition and health effects vary widely depending on the specific sauce.
Nutritional highlights
Nutritional content varies substantially by type, but sauces may contribute sodium, sugars, fats, and small amounts of vitamins or phytochemicals depending on ingredients.