Research has shown that as the intake of sodium increases so does the blood pressure
For the possible prevention of hypertension, it is recommended by the American Heart Association (AHA) that all Americans try to reduce their intake of sodium to which of the following? A) 1800 mg B) 2000 mg C) 2300 mg D) 3000 mg
C
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The AHA recommends 2300 mg of sodium per day as a maximum consumption. They also recommend that decreasing to 1500 mg will help improve health and lower the risk for various cardiovascular disorders.
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