How much salt you can eat per day and which foods contain the most of it

We are used to salt being an indispensable attribute of our lives. The spice improves the taste of food and makes it more delicious. However, sometimes the vast majority of people forget about the measure, which can lead to negative consequences. So, everyone should remember this and know the norm.

How much salt you can eat per day and which foods contain the most of it is reported by the publication Nhs.

Daily allowance of salt

Adults

Adults can eat no more than 6 g of salt, which is about 1 tsp.

Children

From 1 to 3 years - no more than 2 g.

From 4 to 6 years - no more than 3 g.

From 7 to 10 years - no more than 5 g.

From 11 years old - no more than 6 g.

Infants

Salt should be kept to a minimum for infants, as their kidneys are not fully developed at this age and are not able to process salt properly.

Until the age of 1, babies can eat no more than 1 g of salt per day.

Foods with the highest salt content

• bacon
• hard cheese
• beef
• pickles
• salted fish

• sauces (in particular, soy sauce)
• smoked meat and fish
• sausage products
• ready-made meals
• bakery products (bagels, ciabatta, donuts)