According to FDA guidelines, the recommended amount of sodium intake for a person following a 2,000 calorie diet is:
A)1500mg
B)2000mg
C)2400mg
D)500mg

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The recommended amount of sodium intake for a person who consumes 2,000 calories per day is 2400mg. This amount of sodium corresponds to 2.4 grams of sodium. To determine the amount of salt, simply multiply the amount of sodium by a factor of 2.4.

According to FDA Guidelines, the Recommended Amount of Sodium Intake