DASH Dairy Guide

With 629mg sodium per 100g, Brie earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 20.8g protein and 27.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mac and Cheese and Cheddar for sodium, ranking 11 of 16. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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At 105mg sodium per 100g, Buttermilk falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 16 items in this category, buttermilk sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Ricotta at 110mg. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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Cheddar is classified as Limited on DASH, with 644mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.2g protein and 33.8g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Brie and Mozzarella for sodium, ranking 12 of 16. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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At 436mg sodium per 100g, Cheese falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.1g protein and 28.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Goat Cheese and Mac and Cheese for sodium, ranking 9 of 16. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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Cottage Cheese is classified as Limited on DASH, with 330mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 11g protein and 9.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Ice Cream and Goat Cheese for sodium, ranking 7 of 16. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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With 1140mg sodium per 100g, Feta earns a Limited classification on DASH. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, feta also provides 14.2g protein and 21.5g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Mozzarella at 743mg. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

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With 392mg sodium per 100g, Goat Cheese earns a Limited classification on DASH. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, goat cheese also provides 26.9g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cottage Cheese and Cheese for sodium, ranking 8 of 16. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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With 129mg sodium per 100g, Ice Cream earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 8.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Ricotta and Cottage Cheese for sodium, ranking 6 of 16. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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At 460mg sodium per 100g, Mac and Cheese falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, mac and cheese also provides 11.8g protein and 15g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cheese and Brie for sodium, ranking 10 of 16. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

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At 39mg sodium per 100g, Milk falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 16 items in this category, milk sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Yogurt at 60mg. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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With 743mg sodium per 100g, Mozzarella earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 31.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Cheddar at 644mg. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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Parmesan is classified as Limited on DASH, with 1150mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 40g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Feta at 1140mg. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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Ricotta is classified as Limited on DASH, with 110mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.5g protein and 10.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Buttermilk and Ice Cream for sodium, ranking 5 of 16. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

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At 1625mg sodium per 100g, Swiss Cheese falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.4g protein and 21.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Parmesan at 1150mg. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

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At 8mg sodium per 100g, Whipped Cream falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Nutritionally, it also delivers 22.2g fat per serving. Among the 16 items in this category, whipped cream sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Milk at 39mg. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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At 60mg sodium per 100g, Yogurt falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 16 items in this category, yogurt sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Buttermilk at 105mg. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

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