The WHO reports that the average daily sodium intake in adults stands at 4,310 mg per day, equivalent to 10.78 g of salt, which is more than twice the recommended limit of 2,000 mg of sodium (5 g ...
The recommended daily sodium intake is less than 2,300 milligrams, yet many Americans consume over 3,300 milligrams daily. This excess sodium can lead to serious health issues, including hypertension.
The major findings in this book include the establishment of Adequate Intakes for total water (drinking water, beverages, and food), potassium, sodium, and chloride and the establishment of Tolerable ...