Advanced Nutrition Network
Database / Dairy
Cheddar Cheese
0.2:1
potassium : sodium
| Per 100g | Per serving 1 oz (28g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 98 mg | 27 mg |
| Sodium | 653 mg | 183 mg |
Gluten-free: yes
Sodium far exceeds potassium. Inverts the ratio.
Swap this for: avocado for fat
Why the ratio matters
Your cells run a constant exchange of sodium out and potassium in. Most modern diets invert the balance the body evolved to expect, running heavy on sodium and light on potassium. The ratio above is a quick way to see which side of that a food sits on.