Calculateur de Limite de Sodium Gratuit
Trouvez votre limite quotidienne recommandée de sodium et comparez votre apport actuel aux recommandations.
Recommended Limit
2,300 mg/day
Recommended Limit vs Age
Formule
## Sodium Intake Guidelines The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no more than 2,300 mg of sodium per day for adults. The average American consumes about 3,400 mg. ### Sodium Limits by Age | Age | Upper Limit | |---|---| | 1-3 years | 1,200 mg | | 4-8 years | 1,500 mg | | 9-13 years | 1,800 mg | | 14+ years | 2,300 mg | One teaspoon of table salt contains about 2,300 mg of sodium.
Exemple Résolu
A 35-year-old consuming 3,400 mg of sodium daily.
- 01Recommended limit (age 14+) = 2,300 mg
- 02Over limit = 3,400 - 2,300 = 1,100 mg
- 03Salt equivalent = 3,400 / 2,300 = 1.5 tsp
Questions Fréquentes
How much sodium per day is safe?
The general recommendation is less than 2,300 mg for adults. Those with high blood pressure may benefit from staying under 1,500 mg.
What foods are highest in sodium?
Processed foods, restaurant meals, canned soups, deli meats, cheese, bread, and condiments are common high-sodium sources.
Does sodium cause high blood pressure?
Excess sodium can raise blood pressure in salt-sensitive individuals. Reducing sodium intake often helps lower blood pressure.
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