“Individual sodium needs can vary per person, but, generally speaking, people don’t want to go over 2,300 milligrams (mg),” says Tracey Rupp, RD, a registered dietitian in private practice in Spring Hill, Tennessee.
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She says that can add up quickly, especially with soup.
Each of the soups below are under 500 mg of sodium per serving, but be aware that one serving isn’t typically equal to one can of soup. Rupp says she always recommends measuring out each serving because it’s easy to overestimate what one cup looks like and take in more sodium than you intended.
Campbell’s Chunky Healthy Request Chicken Noodle
Sodium per Serving 410 mg
Servings per Container 2
At 410 mg of sodium per cup (that’s 820 mg per can, or 36 percent of what’s recommended for the day), this chicken noodle soup is at the higher end of a healthy range for sodium, but it is much lower in sodium than traditional canned chicken noodle soups. For example, the Campbell’s Classic version of this chicken noodle soup contains 1,690 mg (73 percent) per can.
Health Valley Organic No Salt Added Chicken Noodle
Sodium per Serving 130 mg
Servings per Container 2
For an even lower-sodium chicken noodle soup, opt for this version from Health Valley, with only 130 mg of sodium per cup. With only 260 mg (12 percent of the daily limit) in the whole can, this can fit into most heart-healthy days. Plus, with 10 grams (g) of protein per can, it will keep you feeling satisfied, too.
Amy’s Organic Light in Sodium Lentil Vegetable
Sodium per Serving 320 mg
Servings per Container 1
With just 320 mg of sodium per can, Amy’s Organic Light in Sodium Lentil Vegetable soup is lower in sodium than most other canned soups. Plus, it’s made with nutritious organic vegetables and seasonings and is a good source of protein. Lentils are an excellent source of fiber as well. Together with the other vegetables, they contribute 5 g of fiber per can of soup. That’s 18 percent of the daily recommended amount.
Health Valley Organic No Salt Added Minestrone
Sodium per Serving 45 mg
Servings per Container 2
Health Valley offers a handful of low-sodium soups that are also low in calories. Its No Salt Added Minestrone has only 45 mg of sodium and 100 calories per cup. This makes it a good option for supporting healthy blood pressure and weight loss. In addition to the minestrone, look for the vegetable and chicken noodle varieties.
Pacific Natural Foods Organic Creamy Tomato Soup Light in Sodium
Sodium per Serving 320 mg
Servings per Container 4
With 320 mg of sodium per cup and a short list of ingredients you can actually pronounce, this is a great option for tomato soup fans watching their sodium. Plus, it has 5 g of protein per cup to help keep you feeling full. Just keep in mind that tomatoes naturally have carbohydrates and that this soup adds a bit of sugar to cut their acidity, so it has 20 g of carbs per serving.
