Daily Sodium Intake Calculator
See how your estimated sodium intake compares to CDC/AHA limits.
A general population guideline (CDC/AHA), not medical advice — the average American adult consumes around 3,400mg/day, well above both limits. Consult a doctor for guidance specific to your health.
vs. general limit (2,300mg)
147.8%
1,100mg over the general limit
vs. ideal limit (1,500mg)
226.7%
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Two limits, because sensitivity varies
2,300mg is the general upper limit most guidelines cite — roughly one teaspoon of table salt. 1,500mg is the lower, "ideal" limit recommended for greater blood pressure benefit, particularly for people who are salt-sensitive or already managing high blood pressure. Most sodium in a typical diet comes from processed and restaurant food rather than the salt shaker, which is why cutting back usually means reading labels more than cooking differently. For the counterbalancing nutrient, see the potassium intake calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What are the CDC/AHA sodium guidelines?
The general guideline is under 2,300 mg per day, with the AHA suggesting an ideal limit closer to 1,500 mg per day for most adults, particularly for those managing blood pressure — most people in Western diets consume well above both figures.
Where does most dietary sodium actually come from?
The large majority comes from processed and restaurant food, not the salt shaker at home — reading nutrition labels on packaged foods matters more for controlling intake than reducing table salt alone.