Work out dash diet sodium instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Compares current sodium intake with the chosen DASH level and phases the reduction across the weeks you allow.
DASH sodium levels
Standard DASH allows 2,300 mg sodium a day and the lower level 1,500 mg; one teaspoon of table salt is about 5.9 g, containing 2,300 mg sodium
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
The DASH-Sodium trial showed about 8 to 14 mmHg systolic reduction combining the diet with the lower sodium level.
Salt taste preference adapts over several weeks, so gradual reduction is far easier to sustain.