Tidonaldson80 while it is true that you should ask your doctor, mine just gives general guidelines, so a certain amount of trial and error is probably necessary for those of us who only have being human in common with the trial participants used to set these guidelines!

Your body will tell you the results if you weigh yourself daily. Fortunately for me, minor departures above the general guidelines do not seem to have a noticeable result -usually less than or equal to one pound, as substantiated this morning. I was at a friend's yesterday and I had Chinese takeout with her and another buddy, but today I will probably go much easier on the salt-containing foods to compensate.

Fortunately also, I have no fluid retention issues, but some need to watch this. As you say, consulting with your doctor could be useful if you notice significant fluctuations in weight after eating somewhat salty meals, meaning you are retaining fluid.

I look at the labels, if the sodium is over 200 mg per serving, I pass on it. Years ago, I was told by a doctor not to exceed 140 mg but lately some sources say not over 200 mg. Well, from my understanding 140 or below is better for us than over 140,

Hi SueWest,
My daily sodium limit is, 1000 milligrams. I do see a Nutritionist, because of both, my Heart and Kidney Failure. My sodium intake, when purchasing items, the labels cannot exceed 140 milligrams. Because of following these instructions, my sodium level is in the normal percentile. Always consult your healthcare provider for clarification. God Bless 💖

I have gotten so use to not having salt in my home that I don't even notice its not in my food anymore, use a lot of no salt seasons, use garlic powder and onion powder all good

Hi Sue - Personally, I try to limit my sodium intake to around 2000 mg per day on a regular basis, but occasionally go over. Judging from daily weight, I am not particularly salt-sensitive, but we are all different: I have a friend who is extremely salt-sensitive.