teaspoon of salt equals to 2300 mg of sodium the reason why it is wise to use measuring spoons to calculate your daily salt intake and keep a check on your sodium levels! For those with mild restriction of sodium are allowed to use 1-1½ tsp of salt/ per day while cooking meals or can sprinkle the measured amounts over cooked food. Those with moderate restriction (½-1 tsp salt/day) and with severe restriction (¼-½ tsp salt/day) can play smart by avoiding salt in chapatis, rice, salads and can use the prescribed amount in vegetables, dal or main meals to satisfy their palate!

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