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How Much Is 2,300 Milligrams of Sodium?

Time for a pop quiz. Experts recommend no more than 2,3000 mg of sodium a day for most people. You get that amount in how much table salt:

1/4 teaspoon
1/2 teaspoon
1 teaspoon
1 tablespoon

People with high blood pressure, who are older than 50, who have diabetes or who are African Americans should get no more than 1500 milligrams of sodium a day.


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