Salt to Sodium Converter

Convert between salt and sodium units instantly. See grams of salt, milligrams of sodium, teaspoons of salt and the share of the 2,300 mg daily limit.

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How many milligrams of salt per day?

The confusing part of how many milligrams of salt per day is that labels may list salt in grams or sodium in milligrams. They are not the same measurement: sodium makes up 39.34% of table salt by mass, so the values differ by a factor of about 2.54.

This converter translates table salt and sodium into all three useful units. One level teaspoon of table salt is 6 g, or about 2,360 mg of sodium.

The daily comparison uses the 2,300 mg sodium limit cited by the FDA and American Heart Association. The AHA's ideal target for most adults is 1,500 mg, while most US adults consume about 3,400 mg per day.

sodium (mg) = salt (g) × 393.4; salt (g) = sodium (mg) ÷ 393.4

This is a conversion tool, not medical advice. Check the nutrition label for the food you are measuring and ask a qualified professional about your individual sodium needs.

FDA: Sodium in Your Diet ↗American Heart Association: Sodium ↗

Salt to sodium converter FAQ

How much sodium is in 1 teaspoon of salt?

One level teaspoon of table salt is 6 g and contains about 2,360 mg of sodium.

Why are salt and sodium listed in different units?

Salt is sodium chloride, while sodium is only one part of salt. This tool uses sodium as 39.34% of table salt by mass.

What is the daily sodium limit?

The FDA and AHA cite 2,300 mg of sodium per day. The AHA's ideal target for most adults is 1,500 mg.

Does this work for any kind of salt?

The conversion is for table salt, which is sodium chloride. Other products may have different compositions or added ingredients, so check their label.

Are my values saved?

No. The calculation runs in your browser and the values you enter are not saved by this tool.

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