Tamari has 5 590 mg sodium per 100 g and 10.5 g protein. Made from soybeans without wheat, tamari suits gluten-sensitive diets but delivers as much sodium as standard soy sauce. A tablespoon (15 g) contributes 839 mg sodium. Track the pour – the dark colour and salty taste desensitise your palate over time.
How should I track Soy sauce made from soy (tamari)?
Soy sauce made from soy (tamari) is a good source of iron. Small amounts of Soy sauce made from soy (tamari) 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.