Which of the Following Statements About Sodium Intake Is True

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sodium intake is true?

• A)Most people should not try to reduce their sodium intake.
• B)Most of the sodium in our diets comes from sources other than salt.
• C)The maximum recommended sodium intake for adults is 100 milligrams per day.
• D)Most Americans consume about 4,000 milligrams of sodium per day.

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