Low-Sodium Dairy Alternatives Guide
17 items classified under standard Low-Sodium guidelines.
Low-Sodium classifies foods based on sodium content per serving. Of the 17 dairy alternatives evaluated, 16 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 1 as Not Allowed.
Good news for Low-Sodium followers: almost all dairy alternatives fit the diet. These foods are naturally low in sodium. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Sodium (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Almond Milk | Allowed | 59mg |
| Almond Milk Creamer | Allowed | 59mg |
| Canned Coconut Cream | Allowed | 36mg |
| Canned Coconut Milk | Allowed | 13mg |
| Cashew Milk | Allowed | 295mg |
| Coconut Cream | Allowed | 36mg |
| Coconut Creamer | Allowed | 0mg |
| Coconut Milk | Allowed | 19mg |
| Coconut Yogurt | Allowed | 0mg |
| Flavored Almond Milk | Allowed | 71mg |
| Flavored Coconut Yogurt | Allowed | 33mg |
| Hemp Milk | Allowed | 687mg |
| Lite Coconut Milk | Allowed | 19mg |
| Plain Coconut Yogurt | Allowed | 13mg |
| Rice Milk | Allowed | 39mg |
| Unsweetened Almond Milk | Allowed | 72mg |
| Soy Milk | Not Allowed | 32mg |
Classification Breakdown
16 Allowed — These dairy alternatives are naturally low in sodium. 1 Not Allowed — These are high enough in sodium that a single serving uses a substantial fraction of a daily allowance.
About 70–75% of dietary sodium comes from packaged and restaurant food, not the salt shaker.
Allowed Dairy Alternatives (16)
Almond Milk
AllowedAt 59mg sodium per 100g, Almond Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. This means it is naturally low in sodium. Within this category, it falls between Rice Milk and Almond Milk Creamer for sodium, ranking 12 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsweetened | 15kcal | 0.6g | 1.2g | 0.3g | 60mg |
| Sweetened | 30kcal | 0.5g | 1.2g | 4.3g | 58mg |
Almond Milk Creamer
AllowedAt 59mg sodium per 100g, Almond Milk Creamer falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Almond Milk at 59mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Coconut Cream
AllowedWith 36mg sodium per 100g, Canned Coconut Cream earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. It is naturally low in sodium. Beyond the primary classification, canned coconut cream also provides 16.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flavored Coconut Yogurt and Coconut Cream for sodium, ranking 9 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Coconut Milk
AllowedWith 13mg sodium per 100g, Canned Coconut Milk earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It also contains 21.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 17 items in this category, canned coconut milk sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Plain Coconut Yogurt at 13mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cashew Milk
AllowedAt 295mg sodium per 100g, Cashew Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. It is naturally low in sodium. Beyond the primary classification, cashew milk 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 Unsweetened Almond Milk at 72mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Cream
AllowedCoconut Cream is classified as Allowed on Low-Sodium, with 36mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is naturally low in sodium. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.3g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Coconut Cream and Rice Milk for sodium, ranking 10 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Creamer
AllowedWith 0mg sodium per 100g, Coconut Creamer earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 17 items in this category, coconut creamer sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Coconut Yogurt at 0mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Milk
AllowedCoconut Milk is classified as Allowed on Low-Sodium, with 19mg sodium per 100g. This means it is naturally low in sodium. Within this category, it falls between Plain Coconut Yogurt and Lite Coconut Milk for sodium, ranking 5 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canned (full-fat) | 357kcal | 1.2g | 16.3g | 53.2g | 36mg |
| Carton (beverage) | 31kcal | 0.2g | 2.1g | 2.9g | 19mg |
Coconut Yogurt
AllowedWith 0mg sodium per 100g, Coconut Yogurt earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 17 items in this category, coconut yogurt sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Canned Coconut Milk at 13mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Flavored Almond Milk
AllowedFlavored Almond Milk is classified as Allowed on Low-Sodium, with 71mg sodium per 100g. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Almond Milk Creamer at 59mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Flavored Coconut Yogurt
AllowedAt 33mg sodium per 100g, Flavored Coconut Yogurt falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. It is naturally low in sodium. Beyond the primary classification, flavored coconut yogurt also provides 8.1g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Soy Milk and Canned Coconut Cream for sodium, ranking 8 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Hemp Milk
AllowedHemp Milk is classified as Allowed on Low-Sodium, with 687mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is naturally low in sodium. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.6g protein and 13.8g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Cashew Milk at 295mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lite Coconut Milk
AllowedAt 19mg sodium per 100g, Lite Coconut Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. This means it is naturally low in sodium. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Milk and Soy Milk for sodium, ranking 6 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Plain Coconut Yogurt
AllowedWith 13mg sodium per 100g, Plain Coconut Yogurt earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. This means it is naturally low in sodium. Among the 17 items in this category, plain coconut yogurt sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Coconut Milk at 19mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rice Milk
AllowedAt 39mg sodium per 100g, Rice Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-Sodium guidelines. This means it is naturally low in sodium. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Cream and Almond Milk for sodium, ranking 11 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Unsweetened Almond Milk
AllowedWith 72mg sodium per 100g, Unsweetened Almond Milk earns a Allowed classification on Low-Sodium. This means it is naturally low in sodium. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Flavored Almond Milk at 71mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Not Allowed Dairy Alternatives (1)
Soy Milk
Not AllowedSoy Milk is classified as Not Allowed on Low-Sodium, with 32mg sodium per 100g. This means it is high enough in sodium that a single serving uses a substantial fraction of a daily allowance. Within this category, it falls between Lite Coconut Milk and Flavored Coconut Yogurt for sodium, ranking 7 of 17.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central