Advanced Nutrition Network
Database / Seasoning
Table Salt
0.0:1
potassium : sodium
| Per 100g | Per serving 1 tsp (6g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 8 mg | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 38758 mg | 2325 mg |
Gluten-free: yes
The single largest sodium source in most diets. Removed entirely for 14 days.
Swap this for: salt-free seasoning blends
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.