sodium intake

Sodium intake refers to the amount of salt or salt-containing foods consumed daily. Sodium helps regulate body fluids and nerve function, but excessive intake can lead to health issues like high blood pressure and heart disease. It’s important to balance sodium consumption by eating fresh, minimally processed foods, reading labels for salt content, and limiting processed snacks, canned foods, and restaurant meals. The recommended limit for most adults is about 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, roughly equivalent to one teaspoon of salt, though many health experts suggest even lower amounts for optimal health.