Fact: Beware of the Dip. So many of us love to dip. We love to dip our French fries, chicken strips, carrot sticks, celery sticks, chips and everything else. The downside is that dipping can result in excessive sodium consumption if you are not careful. Remember that the American Heart Association recommends a daily sodium intake of 1,500 mg. A single serving size of most dips account for 20+% of the daily allowance. Sodium Content of Dipping Favorites Barbecue Sauce: 2 Ta