Best Low-Sodium Foods

A low-sodium diet supports heart health and blood pressure management. These foods are naturally low in sodium without added salt.

Filter criteria: Foods with fewer than 140mg sodium per 100g (FDA low-sodium standard). Showing 50 foods. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Low Sodium Foods (50)

1
Orange Fruits
62 cal | 1.2g protein | 15.5g carbs | 0.1g fat
2
Peach Fruits
59 cal | 1.4g protein | 14.3g carbs | 0.5g fat
3
Cherry Fruits
87 cal | 1.5g protein | 22.1g carbs | 0.3g fat
4
Hazelnuts Nuts & Seeds
176 cal | 4.2g protein | 4.7g carbs | 17g fat
5
Coconut Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
121 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 13.5g fat
6
Grapefruit Fruits
52 cal | 1g protein | 13.2g carbs | 0.1g fat
7
Plum Fruits
30 cal | 0.5g protein | 7.5g carbs | 0.2g fat
8
Navy Beans Plant-Based Proteins
255 cal | 14.9g protein | 47.5g carbs | 1.1g fat
9
Pecans Nuts & Seeds
193 cal | 2.6g protein | 3.9g carbs | 20.2g fat
10
Nectarine Fruits
62 cal | 1.6g protein | 15.1g carbs | 0.4g fat
11
Avocado Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
12
Canola Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
13
Sesame Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
14
Vegetable Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
15
Ghee Healthy Fats & Oils
117 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 13g fat
16
Peanut Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
17
Cottonseed Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
18
Cake Shortening Healthy Fats & Oils
115 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 13g fat
19
Amaranth Flour Whole Grains
115 cal | 4g protein | 20.6g carbs | 1.9g fat
20
Oat Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
21
Mustard Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
22
Ataulfo Mango Fruits
109 cal | 1g protein | 24.4g carbs | 1g fat
23
Beluga Whale Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
900 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 100g fat
24
Buckwheat Flour Whole Grains
107 cal | 2.7g protein | 22.5g carbs | 0.8g fat
25
Fruit Syrup Condiments & Sauces
286 cal | 0g protein | 71.5g carbs | 0g fat
26
Safflower Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
27
Wholegrain Spelt Flour Whole Grains
109 cal | 4.4g protein | 21.2g carbs | 0.8g fat
28
Chicken Fat Healthy Fats & Oils
117 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 13g fat
29
Black Plum Fruits
83 cal | 0.8g protein | 18.9g carbs | 0.4g fat
30
Semisweet Chocolate Chips Snacks & Sweets
80 cal | 1g protein | 10g carbs | 4g fat
31
Sorghum Flour Grains & Cereals
169 cal | 3.7g protein | 34.8g carbs | 1.6g fat
32
Black Rice Whole Grains
167 cal | 3.4g protein | 34.7g carbs | 1.5g fat
33
Poppyseed Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
124 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 14g fat
34
00 Flour Grains & Cereals
107.1 cal | 3.4g protein | 22.3g carbs | 0.5g fat
35
Acorn Flour Nuts Grains & Cereals
140.3 cal | 2.1g protein | 15.3g carbs | 8.4g fat
36
Acorns Nuts Proteins
142.5 cal | 2.3g protein | 15g carbs | 8.8g fat
37
Agave Nectar Snacks & Sweets
60.1 cal | 0g protein | 16g carbs | 0g fat
38
Almond Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
44.2 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 5g fat
39
Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta Grains & Cereals
339 cal | 21.4g protein | 62.5g carbs | 1.8g fat
40
Apricot Kernel Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
44.2 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 5g fat
41
Arborio Rice Grains & Cereals
180.2 cal | 4g protein | 40g carbs | 0.5g fat
42
Argan Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
800 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 93.3g fat
43
Artisana Organic Pecan Butter Healthy Fats & Oils
700 cal | 10g protein | 13.3g carbs | 73.3g fat
44
Asian Pears Fruits
51.2 cal | 0.6g protein | 13g carbs | 0.3g fat
45
Babassu Oil Healthy Fats & Oils
44.2 cal | 0g protein | 0g carbs | 5g fat
46
Banana Pepper Vegetables
23.9 cal | 0.7g protein | 5g carbs | 0.1g fat
47
Banza Chickpea Penne Grains & Cereals
339 cal | 19.6g protein | 60.7g carbs | 6.3g fat
48
Barilla Penne Pasta Grains & Cereals
357 cal | 12.5g protein | 75g carbs | 1.8g fat
49
Barilla Spaghetti Grains & Cereals
357 cal | 12.5g protein | 75g carbs | 1.8g fat
50
Barnana Original Banana Bites Snacks & Sweets
425 cal | 10g protein | 45g carbs | 22.5g fat

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods are lowest in sodium?

Fresh fruits, vegetables, unsalted nuts, and fresh meats are naturally low in sodium. Avoid processed, canned, and restaurant foods which tend to be high in added sodium.

How much sodium should I eat per day?

The recommended daily limit is 2,300mg of sodium (about 1 teaspoon of salt). The American Heart Association recommends no more than 1,500mg for most adults.

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