DASH Sweeteners Guide

Agave Nectar is classified as Limited on DASH, with 14mg 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 6.6g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Maple Sugar and Raw Honey for sodium, ranking 14 of 27. 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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Brown Sugar is classified as Limited on DASH, with 477mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 9.2g protein and 6.3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Powdered Sugar at 440mg. 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 58mg sodium per 100g, Cane Sugar falls into the Limited category under DASH guidelines. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is High Fructose Corn Syrup at 48mg. 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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Coconut Nectar is classified as Limited on DASH, with 4mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Within this category, it falls between Sugar and Honey for sodium, ranking 9 of 27. 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 0mg sodium per 100g, Coconut Sugar earns a Limited classification on DASH. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, coconut sugar also provides 99.1g fat per 100g. Among the 27 items in this category, coconut sugar sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Erythritol at 0mg. 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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Dark Chocolate is classified as Limited on DASH, with 23mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It also contains 5.1g protein and 32.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Raw Honey and Fruit Snacks for sodium, ranking 16 of 27. 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 2mg sodium per 100g, Date Syrup 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 fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Aspartame and Sugar for sodium, ranking 7 of 27. 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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Erythritol is classified as Limited on DASH, with 0mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 27 items in this category, erythritol sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Stevia at 0mg. 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 4mg sodium per 100g, Honey earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Nectar and Sucralose for sodium, ranking 10 of 27. 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 11mg sodium per 100g, Maple Sugar earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Within this category, it falls between Maple Syrup and Agave Nectar for sodium, ranking 13 of 27. 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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With 9mg sodium per 100g, Maple Syrup earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Within this category, it falls between Sucralose and Maple Sugar for sodium, ranking 12 of 27. 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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Monk Fruit Sweetener is classified as Limited on DASH, with 58mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Cane Sugar at 58mg. 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 20mg sodium per 100g, Raw Honey earns a Limited classification on DASH. It is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Beyond the primary classification, raw honey also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Agave Nectar and Dark Chocolate for sodium, ranking 15 of 27. 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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Stevia is classified as Limited on DASH, with 0mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 27 items in this category, stevia sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Xylitol at 0mg. 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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Sugar is classified as Limited on DASH, with 3mg sodium per 100g. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Within this category, it falls between Date Syrup and Coconut Nectar for sodium, ranking 8 of 27. 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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With 0mg sodium per 100g, Xylitol earns a Limited classification on DASH. This means it is allowed in moderation under DASH serving counts but not a daily staple. Among the 27 items in this category, xylitol sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Allulose at 0mg. 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 0mg sodium per 100g, Allulose earns a Not Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Among the 27 items in this category, allulose sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Aspartame at 0mg.

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With 760mg sodium per 100g, Artificial Sweeteners earns a Not Allowed classification on DASH. It is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Beyond the primary classification, artificial sweeteners also provides 8.7g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Brown Sugar at 477mg.

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At 0mg sodium per 100g, Aspartame falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Among the 27 items in this category, aspartame sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Date Syrup at 2mg.

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Corn Syrup is classified as Not Allowed on DASH, with 62mg sodium per 100g. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Monk Fruit Sweetener at 58mg.

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At 23mg sodium per 100g, Fruit Snacks falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Within this category, it falls between Dark Chocolate and Molasses for sodium, ranking 17 of 27.

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Gummy Candy is classified as Not Allowed on DASH, with 44mg sodium per 100g. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Within this category, it falls between Molasses and High Fructose Corn Syrup for sodium, ranking 19 of 27.

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At 48mg sodium per 100g, High Fructose Corn Syrup falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Within this category, it falls between Gummy Candy and Cane Sugar for sodium, ranking 20 of 27.

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At 80mg sodium per 100g, Milk Chocolate falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.7g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Corn Syrup at 62mg.

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At 37mg sodium per 100g, Molasses falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Within this category, it falls between Fruit Snacks and Gummy Candy for sodium, ranking 18 of 27.

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At 440mg sodium per 100g, Powdered Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Beyond the primary classification, powdered sugar also provides 23g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Milk Chocolate at 80mg.

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At 6mg sodium per 100g, Sucralose falls into the Not Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is high in sodium, processed, or in a category DASH minimizes. Within this category, it falls between Honey and Maple Syrup for sodium, ranking 11 of 27.

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