Explanation:
Adequate Intake (AI) -
It is average recommended daily intake level of a particular nutrient , for a healthy human being , depending of the age group .
The AI value of Sodium , for people over the age of one year is , between 1000 - 1500 mg per day .
Hence , it is advised to consume this much amount on day to day basis , for a healthy living .
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
It is the highest level of the day to day nutrient intake , and exceeding the limit may lead to harmful effects .
The UL value of sodium is , 2300 mg per day , consuming above 2300 mg of sodium per day , is harmful .
