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When it comes to enhancing the flavor of our meals, the type of salt used can make a significant difference. Two of the most popular gourmet salts are Himalayan pink salt and Celtic sea salt. Both are celebrated for their taste and health benefits over regular table salt, but how do they really stack up against each other? Let’s dive into the details.
Himalayan Pink Salt
Originating from ancient seabeds in the Himalayan mountains, this salt is known for its striking pink color, which comes from the trace minerals it contains, including iron, potassium, and calcium. It’s mined by hand and typically minimally processed to yield an unrefined product that’s free of additives and believed to be one of the purest salts available.
Benefits:
- Rich in over 80 minerals and elements, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper, and iron.
- Helps in maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure in the body.
- Supports respiratory health and can improve symptoms of allergies when used in inhalation therapies.
- Often used in spa treatments for its detoxifying properties.
Celtic Sea Salt
Harvested from the current ocean waters of the Brittany coast of France, Celtic sea salt is also known as “sel gris” or gray salt due to its color, which comes from the clay found in salt flats. The salt is hand-raked and dried by the sun and wind, preserving its natural state and moisture.
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