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- Title
Application of Lower Sodium Intake Recommendations to Adults -- United States, 1999-2006.
- Authors
Ayala, C.; Peralez, J.; Keenan, N. L.; Labarthe, D. R.
- Abstract
The article discusses the recommended adult intake of sodium in the U. S. It is noted that greater consumption of sodium increases risk for hypertension. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyses for the period 1999 to 2006, applicable sodium intake for adults in the U. S. should be no more than 2,300 milligram per day and in specific groups such as persons with hypertension, 1,500 milligrams per day.
- Subjects
UNITED States; SODIUM; INGESTION; HYPERTENSION; CENTERS for Disease Control &; Prevention (U.S.)
- Publication
MMWR: Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, 2009, Vol 58, Issue 11, p281
- ISSN
0149-2195
- Publication type
Article