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In the Western diet most do. We need about 2 grams of sodium daily and most Westerners consume closer to 10 grams.
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How much salt should you use?
A human has a requirement of 1500mg a day, however, most people will consume far much more than the daily requirement. If you drink more water, you may need to/ or be able to consume more sodium.
Why do girls need more sodium than boys?
In general, girls don't need more sodium than boys.
Do the citizens of the US need more electricity than they already have?
No! we dont need more, we need to consume less!
Which animal consume more salt?
All animals need salt in the form of sodium chloride or table salt. Sodium is an essential electrolyte that helps maintain the balance of water in and around your cells. Sodium is important for proper muscle and nerve function. It also helps to maintain stable blood pressure levels.
Does a plane consume more or less fuel with a headwind?
It would consume more fuel - as it would need to expend more energy to fight against the headwind.
If you consume more calories than you need in one day and less than you need the next day will you be burning calories from the previous day?
Yes. If you consume more calories than you need one day, you will "store" them. If you consume less, you use any "stored" calories.
How much sodium does a teenager need?
not more than 11mg.
How much sodium does a typical teenager need?
not more than 11mg.
What is the hs code number of sodium methylate?
You need to be more specific, as this will depend on many factors. A more commonly accepted name for this chemical is Sodium methoxide.
Do guinea pigs need sodium?
yes they do need sodium
Is it healthy or unhealthy for salt in our diet?
It is healthy to have salt in the diet because it provides sodium, an essential nutrient. We should get around 2,300 mg of salt a dayl. Presently, many people get 4 - 6 grams a day. It is healthy to get 2,300 mg a day to help meet body needs. It is not healthy to consume high levels of sodium -- especially in people whose blood pressure increase with high intake. So, low levels can be healthy and high levels of salt can be unhealthy. While salt is a necessary nutrient, most Americans consume many times more sodium than they need in a day. Too much salt can raise one's blood pressure and increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Processed foods are notoriously high in sodium- just a can of soup can contain more than a days worth of salt! Assuming you consume a "typical" diet, it's nearly impossible to not get enough sodium- you'd have to try extremely hard to wind up with a sodium deficiency. Essentially every packaged food contains substantial amounts of added salt. Salted nuts, packaged lunch meat, canned fish, soups, chips, salsa and various sauces are all usually high in sodium. Even healthy items, such as whole grains, skim or soy milk and egg whites tend to contain a good deal of salt. The only foods normally available with minimal sodium would be fruits and vegetables- but some people prepare such foods with extra table salt! Really, the only time a normal person might wind up with a sodium deficiency is if they were unable to consume normal food or liquids due to an illness (such as a long-term upset stomach or diarrhea) or recent surgery. Athletes do have increased sodium needs, but these requirements are usually still below what Americans typically consume. i agree!
How much sodium can a 13 year old boy have per day?
2400mg of sodium is needed for a 2000 calorie diet. If your calorie diet is higher, you may need more sodium.
