The recommended amount of sodium for Australian adults is 2,000 milligrams per day — which is equivalent to about 5 grams of salt or 1 teaspoon. Try to limit your daily salt intake to this recommended amount. However, a target of 460 to 920mg per day (equivalent to 1.15 to 2.3g of salt per day) is the daily average intake that may help the Australian adult population prevent chronic disease — such as high blood pressure. It also aligns with World Health Organization recommendations. It’s also OK to consume less than this. Recommended sodium intake for Australian children Age Adequate intake for sodium* Salt equivalent weight 1-3 years 200-400 mg/day 0.5-1 g/day 4-8 years 300-600 mg/day 0.75-1.5 g/day 9-13 years 400-800 mg/day 1-2 g/day 14-18 years 460-920 mg/day 1.15-2.3 g/day *Adequate intake is the average level that is estimated to be adequate in healthy children.