Here are 30 foods that tend to be high in sodium — and what to eat ... at a steep cost — there’s generally around 575 mg of sodium per 1/4–1/2 cup (30–40 grams) ... Healthline Media LLC.

Excessive salt intake can lead to health issues such as strokes and heart attacks. A study in China found that reducing salt intake by just 1 gram per day could save millions of lives.

As a result, regular salt provides approximately 2,300 mg of sodium per teaspoon (6.1 grams), while sea salt contains 2,000 mg of sodium per teaspoon (4.2 grams) (2, 3).