Canned turkey gravy has 51 kcal and 577 mg sodium per 100 g. A 60 ml ladle adds 31 calories and 346 mg sodium. Turkey gravy is frequently served in generous portions at holiday meals, where it easily reaches 120–180 ml. Measure rather than pour freely to keep your log accurate.
How should I track Gravy, turkey, canned?
Small amounts of Gravy, turkey, canned add up faster than most people realize. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that condiments are among the most frequently omitted items in food logs — skipped 1–80% of the time. A tablespoon of mayo or dressing can add 50–100 calories, and most people use two or three tablespoons without measuring. The fix is simple: keep a teaspoon or scale near your plate and measure once. Sauces and dressings are often the hidden reason a "healthy" salad ends up at 600+ calories.