it's clear that americans have a taste for salt. but salt plays a role in the development of high blood pressure. everyone including kids should maintain a sodium intake of less than 2300 mg or about 1 teaspoon of sodium a day. adults aged 51 and older african-americans and individuals with high blood pressure diabetes or chronic kidney disease should reduce their sodium intake to no more than 1500 mg a day.
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