What foods are low in sodium?

The foods you eat contain nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Sodium is a nutrient. Your body needs the right amount to stay healthy and work as it should. You can use the list below to help you make choices about which foods to eat.

Vegetables and fruits

• Canned vegetables, low-sodium or with no added salt
• Fresh or frozen vegetables, with no added salt
• Fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit

Grains with no added salt

• Bagels
• Cereal
• Corn tortillas
• Crackers
• Oatmeal, cooked
• Popcorn
• Pasta and noodles, cooked
• Rice, cooked
• Pretzels

Protein foods

• Beans and peas, canned with no salt
• Butter, unsalted
• Cream cheese
• Eggs
• Fresh fish (not smoked)
• Fresh meats (not smoked or cured)
• Ice cream
• Milk
• Nuts and nut butter, prepared without salt
• Poultry, not packaged with sodium solution
• Soy or other plant-based beverages
• Tofu, unseasoned
• Tuna, canned without salt

Seasonings

• Garlic
• Herbs and spices
• Lemon juice
• Mustard
• Olive oil
• Salt-free seasoning mixes
• Vinegar

Work with your doctor to find out how much of this nutrient you need. Depending on your health, you may need more or less of it in your diet.