Sodium 101: Are You Smart About Sodium? By Vincent Stevens September 23, 2020 Sodium is a huge problem in the American diet and most people consume way more than the recommended daily amount. Are you aware of how much sodium you eat every day? Do you know the various forms of sodium and how it can negatively affect your health when consumed in excess? Test your sodium smarts in this quiz. According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, what is the recommended daily sodium intake per day in milligrams (mg)? 1,800mg 2,300 mg 2,800 mg 3,200 mg None Which foods contribute to more sodium in the American diet? Canned soups Pretzels, chips, popcorn, and other snack foods None Sea salt has less sodium than table salt. True False None What percentage of Americans consume more sodium than the recommended daily intake? 30% 50% 75% 90% None Consuming too much sodium may increase your risk of which of the following conditions? Heart disease High blood pressure Stroke All of the above None Name Email Time's up Share:
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