Himalayan pink salt is a pink salt that is mined in South Asia near the Himalayas. Many people consider Himalayan pink salt to be a healthy alternative to table salt or sodium chloride. Although mined as rock salt, Himalayan pink salt is actually sea salt. Here, we discuss about himalayan pink salt health benefits.
Salt is an essential nutrient for many biological processes and has been used for thousands of years to flavor food. However, its use has significant drawbacks to human health. Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease, so it should be used in moderation.
For this reason, pink Himalayan salt has become an alternative to traditional salt, probably because it is less fatiguing to the body.
Nutrition Facts
The sodium content of the salt may vary. Pink Himalayan salt contains less sodium per serving than traditional table salt. Table salt contains 2,360 milligrams of sodium per teaspoon, while a teaspoon of pink Himalayan salt contains 1,680 milligrams, or one-third less sodium.
Pink Himalayan salt may contain elements that are not found in table salt.
- Zinc
- Iron
- Calcium
- Potassium
This may vary depending on the source of the Himalayan pink salt. In addition, potentially toxic element such as arsenic, mercury and lead have been detect in some it samples.
Potential Health Benefits of Himalayan Pink Salt
Although it salt contains minerals that are not found in table salt, these minerals are found in very small amounts in it. Scientists believe that the other minerals in Himalayan pink salt are not high enough to have a significant impact on the nutritional value.
However, It is as healthy as regular salt because it has a similar chemical composition, for example.
Improves respiratory health
Many believe that salt therapy, which involves inhaling air saturated with salt, is beneficial for respiratory condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). While further research is need, researchers found a statistically significant improvement in COPD in participants who use dry salt inhalers.
Preventing dehydration
Salt is essential for maintain adequate and balance levels of hydration in the body. To prevent dehydration due to salt and water loss, known as hyponatremia, it is important to consume sufficient salt, especially before or after strenuous exercise.
Benefits of skin care
Although further research is need, salt is believe to have many beneficial properties for treating various skin conditions such as eczema, although this may depend on its source. The National Eczema Association recommends adding a cup of salt to your bath water to reduce eczema flare-ups.
Potential Dangers of Himalayan Sea Salt
Excessive amount of salt, include pink Himalayan sea salt, have been shown to damage various body structures. It is important to be aware of this potential risk and to use any salt in moderation.
Kidney problems
Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, which increases the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Scientific guidelines for people with CKD recommend moderate salt intake to slow the progression of CKD.
Heart disease
Hypertension is a major cause of cardiovascular disease. Although there is insufficient scientific evidence to suggest a direct link between salt consumption and heart disease, it is known that excessive salt consumption leads to hypertension, which may be an indirect link.
Bone disease
Excessive salt intake can lead to increase urinary excretion of calcium from the body. Scientists therefore believe that excessive salt intake may increase the risk of osteoporosis and other bone diseases, although further research is needed.
Hyponatraemia (sodium overload)
Hypernatremia is the opposite of hyponatremia and is cause by too much sodium in the blood. Although it is a relatively rare condition, it is a serious disease that requires medical intervention.
Finally
The Standard Salt Mining Company manufactures premium Himalayan rock salt products that are offered in bulk and at wholesale prices. We are a prominent provider of rock salt, wholesale salt, and Himalayan salt in Pakistan. One of Pakistan’s biggest Himalayan salt exporters is the Lahore based Standard salts Mining Company. We make premium salt in significant numbers and ship it to businesses around the globe that can safely supply customers at wholesale prices.
