Friday, 27 December 2013
Salt Limitations To The Toddlers
Friday, 27 December 2013 by Unknown
Limiting salt
One teaspoon of salt contains about 2,300 mg of sodium. Some guidelines for the maximum salt intake for children:
| If a child is… | They should eat less than… |
1 to 3 years old
|
1,500 milligrams a day
|
4 to 8 years old
|
1,900 milligrams a day
|
9 to 13 years old
|
2,200 milligrams a day
|
14 to 18
|
2,300 milligrams a day
|
- Avoid processed, packaged, restaurant, and fast food. Processed foods like canned soups or frozen dinners contain hidden sodium that quickly surpasses the recommended limit. Many fast food meals are also loaded with sodium.
- Opt for fresh or frozen vegetables instead of canned vegetables.
- Cut back on salty snacks such as potato chips, nuts, and pretzels.
- Choose low-salt or reduced-sodium products.
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