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From healthline.com, the recommended daily intake of sodium is about one teaspoon or 2,300 mg. The average American, however, consumes about 3,400 mg daily—much higher than the recommended upper limit. Yikes!
It is estimated that at least half of the people with hypertension have blood pressure affected by sodium consumption, also called sodium sensitivity. In addition, your risk for salt sensitivity increases as you age. Table salt is made of 40% sodium, and sodium is added to foods for flavor and as a preservative or additive. Surpassing your sodium intake limit comes mostly from pre-made foods and restaurant foods, not from overusing the saltshaker.
Healthline.com has a list of 30 foods that tend to be high in sodium and what you can substitute for each. As much as possible, choose unprocessed whole foods instead. #StayHealthy
30 foods high in sodium and what to eat instead
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