DASH Nuts & Seeds Guide

24 items classified under standard DASH guidelines.

This guide covers all 24 nuts & seeds classified under DASH guidelines. DASH evaluates foods primarily by sodium content and DASH serving targets, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Nuts & Seeds are overwhelmingly compatible with DASH. Each item listed here is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.

Quick Reference

Food Status Sodium (per 100g)
Almond Butter Allowed 7mg
Almond Flour Allowed 1mg
Almonds Allowed 3mg
Brazil Nuts Allowed 3mg
Cashew Butter Allowed 295mg
Cashews Allowed 16mg
Chia Seeds Allowed 16mg
Coconut Flour Allowed 30mg
Flaxseeds Allowed 30mg
Hazelnuts Allowed 2mg
Hemp Seeds Allowed 5mg
Macadamia Nuts Allowed 353mg
Mixed Nuts Allowed 313mg
Pecans Allowed 0mg
Pine Nuts Allowed 2mg
Pistachios Allowed 1mg
Pumpkin Seeds Allowed 18mg
Sesame Seeds Allowed 47mg
Sunflower Seeds Allowed 3mg
Walnuts Allowed 383mg
Chocolate Trail Mix Limited 146mg
Nut Bars Limited 254mg
Trail Mix Limited 134mg
Unsweetened Trail Mix Limited 229mg

Classification Breakdown

20 Allowed — These nuts & seeds are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. 4 Limited — These items have allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple.

DASH works through lower sodium and higher potassium, magnesium, and calcium from produce, dairy, and legumes.

Allowed Nuts & Seeds (20)

Almond Butter

Allowed

At 7mg sodium per 100g, Almond Butter falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 21g protein and 55.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Hemp Seeds and Cashews for sodium, ranking 10 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

614kcalCalories
21gProtein
55.5gFat
18.8gCarbs
7mgSodium

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Almond Flour

Allowed

Almond Flour is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 1mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 21.4g protein and 50.6g fat per serving. Among the 24 items in this category, almond flour sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Pistachios at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

571kcalCalories
21.4gProtein
50.6gFat
19.7gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Almonds

Allowed

With 3mg sodium per 100g, Almonds earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, almonds also provides 21g protein and 52.5g fat per 100g. Among the 24 items in this category, almonds sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Brazil Nuts at 3mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

598kcalCalories
21gProtein
52.5gFat
21gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Brazil Nuts

Allowed

At 3mg sodium per 100g, Brazil Nuts falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, brazil nuts also provides 14.3g protein and 67.1g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Almonds and Sunflower Seeds for sodium, ranking 7 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

659kcalCalories
14.3gProtein
67.1gFat
11.7gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Cashew Butter

Allowed

With 295mg sodium per 100g, Cashew Butter earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, cashew butter also provides 12.1g protein and 53g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Nut Bars at 254mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

609kcalCalories
12.1gProtein
53gFat
30.3gCarbs
295mgSodium

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Cashews

Allowed

With 16mg sodium per 100g, Cashews earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, cashews also provides 15.3g protein and 46.4g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Almond Butter and Chia Seeds for sodium, ranking 11 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

574kcalCalories
15.3gProtein
46.4gFat
32.7gCarbs
16mgSodium

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Chia Seeds

Allowed

At 16mg sodium per 100g, Chia Seeds falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.5g protein and 30.7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Cashews and Pumpkin Seeds for sodium, ranking 12 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

486kcalCalories
16.5gProtein
30.7gFat
42.1gCarbs
16mgSodium

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Coconut Flour

Allowed

With 30mg sodium per 100g, Coconut Flour earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 19.3g protein and 13.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Pumpkin Seeds and Flaxseeds for sodium, ranking 14 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

443kcalCalories
19.3gProtein
13.7gFat
60.3gCarbs
30mgSodium

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Flaxseeds

Allowed

Flaxseeds is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 30mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.3g protein and 42.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Flour and Sesame Seeds for sodium, ranking 15 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

534kcalCalories
18.3gProtein
42.2gFat
28.9gCarbs
30mgSodium

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Hazelnuts

Allowed

With 2mg sodium per 100g, Hazelnuts earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 14.9g protein and 53g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 24 items in this category, hazelnuts sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Pine Nuts at 2mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

628kcalCalories
14.9gProtein
53gFat
23gCarbs
2mgSodium

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Hemp Seeds

Allowed

With 5mg sodium per 100g, Hemp Seeds earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 31.6g protein and 48.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sunflower Seeds and Almond Butter for sodium, ranking 9 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

553kcalCalories
31.6gProtein
48.8gFat
8.7gCarbs
5mgSodium

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Macadamia Nuts

Allowed

At 353mg sodium per 100g, Macadamia Nuts falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.8g protein and 76.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Mixed Nuts at 313mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

716kcalCalories
7.8gProtein
76.1gFat
12.8gCarbs
353mgSodium

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Mixed Nuts

Allowed

With 313mg sodium per 100g, Mixed Nuts earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 19.6g protein and 53.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Cashew Butter at 295mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

610kcalCalories
19.6gProtein
53.8gFat
20.9gCarbs
313mgSodium

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Pecans

Allowed

At 0mg sodium per 100g, Pecans falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, pecans also provides 10g protein and 73.3g fat per 100g. Among the 24 items in this category, pecans sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Almond Flour at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

750kcalCalories
10gProtein
73.3gFat
12.7gCarbs
0mgSodium

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Pine Nuts

Allowed

At 2mg sodium per 100g, Pine Nuts falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.7g protein and 68.4g fat per serving. Among the 24 items in this category, pine nuts sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Almonds at 3mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

673kcalCalories
13.7gProtein
68.4gFat
13.1gCarbs
2mgSodium

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Pistachios

Allowed

Pistachios is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 1mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 20.2g protein and 45.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 24 items in this category, pistachios sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Hazelnuts at 2mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

560kcalCalories
20.2gProtein
45.3gFat
27.2gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Pumpkin Seeds

Allowed

Pumpkin Seeds is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 18mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 29.8g protein and 49.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Chia Seeds and Coconut Flour for sodium, ranking 13 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

574kcalCalories
29.8gProtein
49.1gFat
14.7gCarbs
18mgSodium

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Sesame Seeds

Allowed

With 47mg sodium per 100g, Sesame Seeds earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, sesame seeds also provides 20.5g protein and 61.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flaxseeds and Trail Mix for sodium, ranking 16 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

631kcalCalories
20.5gProtein
61.2gFat
11.7gCarbs
47mgSodium

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Sunflower Seeds

Allowed

Sunflower Seeds is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 3mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 19.3g protein and 49.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Brazil Nuts and Hemp Seeds for sodium, ranking 8 of 24.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

582kcalCalories
19.3gProtein
49.8gFat
24.1gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Walnuts

Allowed

With 383mg sodium per 100g, Walnuts earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 9.8g protein and 56.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Macadamia Nuts at 353mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

668kcalCalories
9.8gProtein
56.9gFat
29gCarbs
383mgSodium

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Limited Nuts & Seeds (4)

Chocolate Trail Mix

Limited

At 146mg sodium per 100g, Chocolate Trail Mix 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 11.7g protein and 32.3g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Trail Mix and Unsweetened Trail Mix for sodium, ranking 18 of 24. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

503kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
32.3gFat
48.3gCarbs
146mgSodium

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Nut Bars

Limited

At 254mg sodium per 100g, Nut Bars 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 8g protein and 20.4g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Unsweetened Trail Mix at 229mg. 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.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

454kcalCalories
8gProtein
20.4gFat
63.6gCarbs
254mgSodium

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Trail Mix

Limited

Trail Mix is classified as Limited on DASH, with 134mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 10.9g protein and 26.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sesame Seeds and Chocolate Trail Mix for sodium, ranking 17 of 24. 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.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

454kcalCalories
10.9gProtein
26.8gFat
51.1gCarbs
134mgSodium

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Unsweetened Trail Mix

Limited

With 229mg sodium per 100g, Unsweetened Trail Mix earns a Limited classification on DASH. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, unsweetened trail mix also provides 13.8g protein and 29.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Chocolate Trail Mix at 146mg. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

462kcalCalories
13.8gProtein
29.4gFat
44.9gCarbs
229mgSodium

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