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On average, more than 85% of American men and women consume sodium in amounts that far exceed the maximum recommended level of intake.

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How much sodium do Americans consume?

Most Americans consume anywhere from 3,000 mg to 20,000 mg of sodium a day


How much sodium should an adult consume?

It's recommended adults should consume no more than 2,300-2,400mg of sodium per day.


What could happen if you consume too much sodium?

you could get fat


How much sodium should an adult consume daily and how much is too much?

An adult should consume no more than 2,300-2,400mg each day.


How much sodium should you consume each day?

According to the American Heart Association it is recommended that an individual should consume between 1,500 to 2,300 grams of sodium per day. Most processed foods are laden with sodium so the average American will consume more that what is recommended every day.


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How much Salt should a child consume?

None! They get enough sodium through the foods they eat.


How much sodium should a teenage girl consume per day?

Aim to eat less than 1,500 mg of sodium per day.


Is sodium hexametaphosphate dangerous?

Yes it is if you consume too much of it and if you start to intake it as a young child as well.


How much soda do Americans consume?

ALOT.butt i don't wanna be mean to the Americans .there are alot of other countries in the world who drink soda.


How much of the world's food does America consume?

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How much alcohol do Americans consume?

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