Nutrients · mg
Sodium
Sodium is needed for fluid balance and nerve function, but most people get far more than they need. The 2,300 mg figure is the level above which reducing intake is recommended.
How much you need
Values are for general adults and vary by age, sex, and life stage. S8D personalizes the exact target to your profile.
Where to get it
- Table & sea salt
- Processed & packaged foods
- Breads
- Cured meats
Common questions
How much Sodium do adults need?
Most adults need 1,500 mg (AI) of Sodium (measured in mg). The exact target depends on age, sex, and life stage — S8D personalizes it to your profile.
What is the tolerable upper limit for Sodium?
The tolerable upper limit is Chronic Disease Risk Reduction intake: 2,300 mg. Staying under it avoids the risks of excess intake; S8D never builds a day that exceeds any nutrient's upper limit.
Which foods are high in Sodium?
Good sources include Table & sea salt, Processed & packaged foods, Breads, Cured meats.
Why does Sodium matter?
Sodium is needed for fluid balance and nerve function, but most people get far more than they need. The 2,300 mg figure is the level above which reducing intake is recommended.