What does low sodium mean on a food label?

"Low sodium" on a food label means that the food contains a small amount of sodium. The exact definition of "low sodium" varies from country to country, but in the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines it as containing 140 milligrams or less of sodium per serving.

While low-sodium foods can be a healthy choice for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease, it's important to read the entire food label to determine if the food is a healthy choice overall. Some foods that are low in sodium may be high in unhealthy fats, sugars, or calories. Therefore, choose low sodium products that are also low in unhealthy fats (less than 3g saturated fats), sugars (less than 5g added sugar), and calories.