Daily How Much

One large egg has ~70 mg of sodium; a large hard-boiled egg averages ~62 mg, which is about 3% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.

One tablespoon of table salt has about 7,000 mg of sodium, with small swings by brand and crystal size.

One 8.4-oz Red Bull lists about 100–105 mg of sodium; bigger cans scale up by size.

One 8-oz cup of coffee has about 5 mg of sodium; milk, creamers, and syrups can push that number higher.

Yes, caffeine increases sodium loss in urine, mainly by blocking kidney A1 receptors that reduce sodium reabsorption.

For sodium in your diet, most adults should stay under 2,300 mg a day, with many benefiting from a target closer to 1,500 mg.

For sodium and bloating: many feel puffy above 2,300 mg daily; a 1,000–2,000 mg salty meal can trigger short-term belly bloat.

Pregnancy sodium guidance matches adults: keep daily sodium under 2,300 mg unless your clinician sets a different target.

Most adults with diabetes should stay under 2,300 mg of sodium per day; aim for 1,500–2,000 mg if you also have high blood pressure.

A 1-year-old should stay under 1,200 mg of sodium per day; many will hit the goal by aiming near 1,000 mg.