Advanced Nutrition Network
Database / Processed
Potato Chips
2.4:1
potassium : sodium
| Per 100g | Per serving 1 oz (28g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 1275 mg | 357 mg |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 147 mg |
Gluten-free: check
High potassium but the sodium load and the oil make it a poor trade.
Swap this for: steamed potato
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.