Daily Take Guide

Low Sodium Fast Food.

Fast food is a sodium minefield. We analyzed thousands of items to find the 10 best orders that stay under 600mg of sodium without sacrificing flavor.

Under 600mg

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Steel-Cut Oatmeal — Starbucks

Sodium Champion

125mg sodium · 5g protein · 160 cal

The lowest sodium meal in the entire fast-food industry. If you need a truly heart-healthy AM start, this is the only logical choice. Skip the added salt toppings.

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Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich — Panera Bread

Best Sandwich

600mg sodium · 18g protein · 440 cal

While Panera is typically a salt-bomb, this veggie sandwich is surprisingly restrained. It’s one of the few full-sized entrees that stays around the 600mg mark.

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3

Grilled Nuggets (8-count) — Chick-fil-A

Highest Protein

440mg sodium · 25g protein · 130 cal

Extremely low sodium for a protein-dense entree. Most nuggets are brined in massive amounts of salt; Chick-fil-A’s grilled version is much cleaner.

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4

Standard Hamburger — McDonald's

Budget Choice

480mg sodium · 12g protein · 250 cal

The simplest burger is the safest. By avoiding cheese, bacon, and 'special' sauces, the sodium stays under 500mg. Add extra lettuce and onion for volume.

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5

Plain Baked Potato — Wendy's

Whole Food Pick

40mg sodium · 7g protein · 270 cal

A whole-food outlier. As long as you don't add cheese or sour cream, it’s virtually sodium-free. A perfect base to pair with a side salad.

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6

6-inch Veggie Delite — Subway

Most Customizable

320mg sodium · 8g protein · 200 cal

Stick to the 9-grain wheat bread and avoid the pickles and olives (which are high in sodium). It’s a customizable fresh meal that respects your heart.

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7

Egg Bites (Egg White) — Starbucks

Best Breakfast

500mg sodium · 12g protein · 170 cal

A consistent, low-volume breakfast option. While higher in sodium than oatmeal, it’s still significantly lower than almost any breakfast sandwich or burrito.

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8

Garden Side Salad (No Dressing) — Burger King

Lightest Side

110mg sodium · 4g protein · 60 cal

The ultimate low-sodium 'safe' item. Most dressings add 300mg+ of salt, so use oil and vinegar or lemon if available to keep it heart-healthy.

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9

Kid's Build-Your-Own Chicken — Chipotle

Best Hack

~550mg sodium · 24g protein · Varies

A regular Chipotle bowl can hit 2,000mg easily. The kid's portion control is the only way to eat at Chipotle while keeping sodium under a reasonable limit.

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10

Apple Slices — McDonald's

Purest Choice

0mg sodium · 0g protein · 15 cal

The only 0mg item on the list. When in doubt, go for the raw fruit. It’s the perfect additive-free snack for low-sodium diets.

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