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Take aim at sodium
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DASH diet and sodium
DASH diet: What to eat
DASH diet: Suggested servings
DASH diet: Alcohol and caffeine
Take aim at salt
DASH diet and weight loss
Tips to cut back on sodium
Putting the pieces of the DASH diet together
DASH diet: Recommended servings
Take aim at sodium
Content
DASH diet and sodium
DASH diet: What to eat
DASH diet: Suggested servings
DASH diet: Alcohol and caffeine
Take aim at salt
DASH diet and sodium
The standard DASH diet limits salt to 2,300 milligrams (mg) a day. That amount agrees with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. That's about the amount of sodium in 1 teaspoon of table salt.
A lower sodium version of DASH restricts sodium to 1,500 mg a day. You can choose the version of the diet that meets your health needs. If you aren't sure what sodium level is right for you, talk to your health care provider.
