Have you heard of Himalayan sea salt? Himalayan salt is a mineral-rich pink salt that is mined from the Himalayan mountains. Because its mined from mountains from mines of salt deposited in ancient times, it has a much lower potential for contamination from polluted sea water. Many people consider Himalayan salt the purest salt available. It is said to be the most absorbable form of salt available. Advocates claim it can eliminate toxins, balance electrolytes, balance pH, improve circulation, speed the elimination of viruses, etc. Since salt is naturally antibacterial, Himalayan sea salt is a popular supplement to use for immunity boosting. Many people take it as a supplement to boost their trace mineral levels, too. (Taking salt in large doses can be dangerous. Please consult the use of supplemental Himalayan sea salt with a trained practitioner before using.) Himalayan salt also has a very unique mineral content. it contains over 84 different minerals and trace elements in proportions very similar to those of the human body. It is the only salt we use in our house. When purchasing Himalayan salt, look for salt that has an obvious pink color. I often see salts labeled Himalayan that are almost white. The darker colored salts have higher mineral content. You can either buy it pre-ground in find grains, or can use coarser grains or blocks and grind your own. Himalayan salt is used in many different ways, including but not limited to the following: - In cooking: Himalayan salt is great to cook with. It has a much richer flavor than heavily processed table salt. My experience is that Himalayan salt actually lowers blood pressure and does not raise it, mainly due to its rich mineral content. This is one example of a high grade : amzn.to/1yA6sfl (af) but every health food store has many options. Many carry Himalayan salt in their bulk bins. - Inhalers: Many people recommend using Himalayan salt inhalers to help cleanse the nasal passages. The salt inhalers are used by inhaling the salt air through the mouth and then exhaling through the nose. People who use the inhalers say they reduce inflammation, lessen allergy symptoms, speed the elimination of colds, etc. Heres an example of one: amzn.to/1z6Yzkd (af) Any health food store will have other options - Himalayan Salt Lamps: Said to cleanse the air, Himalayan salt lamps are often used in offices and locations where germs are prevalent. The gentle heat ionizes the minerals in the salt, which then cleanse the air. (A good comparison is to think of how good you feel when you breathe ocean air that contains ionized salts.) Salt lamps are also said to dissipate negative energy. I have one Himalayan salt lamp in my office and am going to add more. I also occasionally use mine as an essential oil diffuser, dropping a few drops of essential oils onto the lamp every day. Here is an example of one: amzn.to/12N7fAq (af) - Salt Baths and Scrubs: Himalayan salt can be added to baths as a means of helping the body absorb trace minerals via the skin. Some people make ultra-concentrated salt baths, called a sole, and bathe in the concentrated solution for 20 minutes. Even 1-2 cups of Himalayan salt can help pull toxins out the body and help deposit trace minerals. People also make scrubs out of Himalayan sea salt by combining equal parts Himalayan sea salt and light oil. The scrub can be used in the shower, or can be applied and left on for 20 minutes before being rinsed off. This type of scrub is popularly used with painful joints from gout. The blend is applied to the painful join, left on for half an hour and then rinsed off. Do you use Himalayan sea salt? How do you use it?
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