Sodium Intake Limit Who
Calculator

Inputs

Daily sodium limit (mg)
2,000

Results

Daily sodium limit (mg)
2,000
Sodium remaining under limit (mg)
800
Sodium consumed, percent of limit (%)
60

Nutrition results

Daily sodium limit (mg)2,000
Sodium remaining under limit (mg)800
Sodium consumed, percent of limit (%)60

formula-map diagram

Daily sodium limit (mg)
2,000
Sodium remaining under limit (mg)
800
Sodium consumed, percent of limit (%)
60

Nutrition formula map

Formula

WHO guideline: sodium intake < 2000 mg/day (≈ 5 g salt)

= 2000

Note

Simplified nutrition model using standard reference constants (protein and carbohydrate 4 kcal/g, fat 9 kcal/g, alcohol 7 kcal/g, 1 kg of body fat about 7700 kcal, salt to sodium factor 0.393). Real energy needs and body composition changes vary between individuals. This is not medical, dietetic or nutritional advice; consult a qualified health professional before changing your diet.

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