http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2005/03/16/fda-complaint.aspxAmericans consume an average of 3,375 milligrams of sodium (salt) a day, which is far beyond the 2,300 milligrams, or roughly one teaspoon, recommended by the federal government. However, efforts are being made to curb this increased sodium intake: AccordingenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)