Sea salt - benefits and harms. Application of sea salt

Even in the time of Hippocrates, people noticed that salt from the sea has healing properties, in particular, it has a beneficial effect on the regenerative processes in the body. But the beneficial properties of sea salt are not limited to this.

History of sea salt

Sea salt is extracted from sea water. The first to extract sea salt were residents of countries with a hot climate (Italy, Greece). For this, a network of shallow ponds was created. Sea water was supplied to the first pond through canals. Under the scorching sun, she began to evaporate. Heavier minerals started to settle first. After the beginning of this process, the water was distilled into the second (smaller pond), where the procedure was repeated. Then the rest of the water was distilled into the third pond and so on. In the last pond, almost pure water remained without impurities. After the water in this pond dried up, only salt remained at the bottom. This method is still used today. About 6-6.5 million tons of sea salt are produced annually in the world.

Interestingly, sea salt is mined not only in countries with a hot climate. In colder countries, salt is simply evaporated from sea water in special vats. So sea salt was obtained in England and Russia.

Composition and benefits of sea salt

Sea salt in its chemical composition is very rich in macro- and microelements. It contains potassium, calcium, iodine, magnesium, bromine, chlorine, iron, zinc, silicon, copper, fluorine. Thanks to this composition, sea salt:

• has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system,
• reduces the level of development of diseases of the musculoskeletal system,
• reduces the risk of developing thyroid disease,
• participates in cell regeneration,
• helps to increase the elasticity of the skin,
• has an antiseptic effect,
• helps relieve pain
• helps reduce stress,
• increases overall vitality.

The sodium and potassium contained in sea salt accelerate the metabolic processes in our body, iodine acts as a regulator of lipid and hormonal processes, calcium prevents the development of infections, manganese strengthens the immune system, zinc has a beneficial effect on the reproductive system, iron helps the formation of new red blood cells in the blood, and magnesium has antiallergic properties .

Sea salt can be consumed internally and used externally.

Internal use of sea salt

When buying sea salt to add to food, you need to pay attention to the content of potassium in it. Sea salt has an inconspicuous grayish color, the taste is not much different from ordinary table salt.

There is an opinion that eating sea salt is much better than eating table salt. However, this is a controversial claim. Both types have in their composition chlorine ions, which is the main material for the production
of hydrochloric acid. Hydrochloric acid is an important component of gastric juice. In addition, both salts contain sodium ions, which, together with ions of other elements, are involved in the transmission of nerve impulses and the contraction of muscle fibers. Therefore, it is not the salt itself that is important for the body, but the chlorine and sodium ions that it contains. Without these ions, the human body is unable to function normally.

Since salt is the most affordable option for obtaining the necessary ions in the right amount, a person eats it. It is enough to consume 10-15 grams (in places with a hot climate 25-30 grams) of salt per day. But sea salt, compared with table salt, has a large set of macro- and microelements. This is the difference between them.

It is worth remembering that it is better to salt already prepared food, rather than being at the cooking stage. So salt is consumed less, and its content in food increases.

External use of sea salt

A hot bath with the addition of sea salt cleanses the pores, and the silicon, which is part of it, makes the skin supple and elastic. In addition, bromine, together with hot air vapor, enters the body through the respiratory tract, which allows you to relieve tension and calm the nervous system. Calcium, penetrating through cleansed pores, promotes rapid healing of wounds and hematomas, and also strengthens cell membranes.

A bath with a water temperature of 36 ° C and with the addition of sea salt helps to strengthen the immune system (the bath should be taken for a month every other day).

Sea salt solution inhalations are used in the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract.

Since salt increases the sensitivity of the skin, its use is contraindicated in certain skin diseases (neurodermatitis, psoriasis, rosacea).

Due to its high hygroscopicity, sea salt should be stored in a dry, airtight container.

So, sea salt can really be considered a natural treasure of valuable substances, a gift from the sea. Its application is multifaceted, and the properties are amazing. But remember that sea salt is also salt, so its use should be limited to the needs of the body.

It is difficult to imagine a person who has never experienced the pleasure of swimming in sea water. In addition to pleasure, such procedures heal the body well. The benefits of sea water for the body have been studied repeatedly, as well as salt extracted from the depths. Today, the crushed composition is used everywhere, including medicine, cooking, and cosmetology.

Composition of sea salt

Each salt in terms of mineral composition is nothing more than sodium chloride. In the process of subsequent processing, other macro- and microelements are added to edible salt, which increase the usefulness of the product.

Sea salt differs from ordinary salt in that this composition has already been formed in it. The main elements are potassium, iodine, magnesium, zinc, manganese, selenium, calcium.

The usefulness of minerals is as follows:

Potassium - necessary for the full activity of the heart muscle, prevents any diseases associated with this organ.

Iodine is responsible for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland and the entire endocrine system as a whole.

Magnesium - controls the central and peripheral nervous system, relieves the effects of stress, insomnia. Expands blood vessels and accelerates blood circulation.

Zinc is an essential element of the male reproductive system. Prevents prostate diseases, impotence, poor spermatogenesis.

Manganese - contributes to increased production of red blood cells, cleanses the blood, enhances its flow.

Selenium - necessary for the absorption of iodine, takes an active part in tissue regeneration, thickens cell membranes, improves the condition of hair and skin.

Calcium - without this element it is impossible to build strong bone tissue, teeth, nail plates. Calcium improves blood clotting, accelerates the healing of abrasions and cracks in the skin.

Depending on the place where sea salt is collected, the composition may vary. Some species contain clay, algae, volcanic ash and other useful components.

Where is sea salt mined?

Sea salt is a natural flavor enhancer. It is mined not from the earth, but from the depths of the sea. The product is produced by evaporation. Due to this, in the bulk composition there are many minerals necessary for the proper functioning of all organs and systems of the human body.

The United States of America is rightfully considered the leader in the extraction of seasoning. In this country are the largest pools of salt. However, the American composition is still subject to additional processing. For this reason, the nutritional properties and taste do not differ much from the well-known ordinary salt.

Despite the popularity of salt from America, French seasoning is considered the highest quality and best. Guérande is a small town in France where a useful spice is mined by hand. It retains mineral compounds that remain unchanged.

If you need to get a dietary mineral salt, including magnesium, potassium, calcium, here they turn to the Dead Sea. This type of salt is recommended for categories of people who, for health reasons, are not recommended to consume seasoning.

It should be replaced that adherents of a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition take their daily diet seriously. There are more and more such people, hence the demand for sea salt is increasing.

Two types of salt practically do not differ in taste. In both cases, the main element of the composition is sodium chloride. There are a few atypical differences that we'll talk about.

Salt extracted from the sea is obtained by evaporating water. The process is completely natural, a person does not interfere in it. Thanks to this, salt crystals that appeared naturally in the sun do not have an expiration date.

The second thing to note is that salt from the sea is rarely supplemented with other chemicals. It is not artificially evaporated from reservoirs, it is not subjected to bleaching treatment. This determines the color of the seasoning - pinkish or gray with hints of clay or volcanic ash. Table salt, on the other hand, is bright and whitish.

It is also worth noting that sea salt includes much more minerals. It contains about 78 micro and macro elements that have a beneficial effect on the human body.

There is a lot of iodine in the composition, which is required by pregnant women, the elderly, and children. This seasoning is responsible for mental performance.

Interestingly, salt enriched with iodine does not lose its beneficial qualities, regardless of the place of collection and aging conditions. This is also its difference from the cookbook, because in the latter case, iodine is introduced artificially and later disappears.

The benefits of sea salt

1. Everyone knows the fact that the human body is largely composed of water. Salt maintains this balance, thereby controlling the work of many organs and systems. We can say that for a full existence, everyone needs this seasoning.
2. Lack of salt often leads to a breakdown in the activity of the stomach and the entire digestive system. Salt contains sodium and chlorine, these substances are required for the proper functioning of the psycho-emotional background, bone tissue, and muscles.
3. Sea salt takes an active part in all metabolic processes. It also maintains blood pressure at the desired level and increases its performance if necessary (relevant for hypotensive patients).
4. Seasoning is responsible for cellular regeneration and filling the tissues of the body with nutrients. If we talk about iodized salt, it supports the work of the entire endocrine system.
5. Salt is considered a natural and most effective preservative. It keeps food fresh for a long time. The same quality allows the spice to be used to improve intestinal microflora and fight helminths.

The benefits and harms of sea salt for children

1. Salt refers to specific products. It is found in the diet in small quantities. Interestingly, the composition is seen even in mother's milk.
2. Children do not need salt as much as adults. It is enough that the child receives seasoning from familiar foods. Therefore, if you feed your child with children's meals without salt, the body will not feel the difference.
3. However, if, after a routine examination, the doctor reveals a lack of salt, it should be introduced into the baby's diet after 1.5 years. In this case, salt will regulate the water-salt balance, stimulate the work of the kidneys.
4. Do not exceed the limits allowed by the doctor. This is fraught with an increase in blood pressure, a violation of fat metabolism and water balance.
5. To understand that there is too much salt in the body, it is enough to observe the child. After waking up in the morning, his face will be swollen (a sign of puffiness).

The use of salt in cooking

1. Salt is found everywhere, in the modern world it is impossible to imagine fresh food. The enrichment of various dishes with a bright taste is achieved thanks to sodium. The substance sends nerve impulses to the brain. Chlorine replenishes hydrochloric acid. The mineral is actively involved in digestion.
2. It has been proven that sea salt is much healthier than table salt. In this case, in the first case, salt is consumed much less. A valuable composition is necessary for the normal functioning of the body. It should be understood that the abuse of such a product, like most others, can lead to serious consequences in the form of intoxication and the development of serious ailments.
3. If you are going to use sea salt for culinary purposes, you should carefully consider the choice of raw materials. Pay attention to the size of the crystals and their color. Salt of medium and coarse grinding is more often used for cooking first and second courses. The color of the crystals is characterized by yellow, black, white and pink hues. Bleached salt in this case is the most useless.

1. The unique composition of sea salt will benefit any type of hair. Raw materials are often used as a scrub mask. As a result of regular use of the product, you will become the owner of thick and chic hair. The skin can suffer only with frequent procedures.
2. The composition is contraindicated to apply only if you have wounds and scratches on your head. Otherwise, salt will be an excellent substitute for professional cosmetics. In addition, the natural composition has an effective effect in a short time.
3. It is important to know that before applying the saline product, it is necessary to moisten the hair, it is not necessary to wash your hair. If you have dry skin, it is forbidden to carry out the procedure more than once a week. To soften the effect of salt crystals on the epidermis, it is recommended to mix the loose composition with sour cream, cream, eggs or yogurt.
4. In the case of increased fat content of the head, the procedures are carried out no more than 2 times a week. Enrich products with lemon juice, honey and various vegetable oils. The mask is recommended to be applied with massaging movements for several minutes. Thus, blood microcirculation improves in the skin. Instead of the usual conditioner, use herbal decoctions.

Harm of sea salt

1. If you abuse the product, you will soon encounter the problem of retaining excess fluid in the tissues. Against the background of such a problem, a violation of the water-alkaline balance often occurs. Further, the product adversely affects the activity of the kidneys. Organs are under increased stress.
2. With an excess of salt begins to be deposited in the body. This process causes complications in the work of the musculoskeletal system. Uncontrolled eating of sea salt soon leads to the development of cataracts. Blame it on sodium chloride.
3. It is forbidden to take salt baths if tuberculosis, high blood clotting, cancer, glaucoma, hypertension and dermatitis are diagnosed. Limit the intake of marine composition during pregnancy. Also, do not abuse salt for the elderly.

In most cases, sea salt will benefit a person. An important factor is the normalized consumption of the product. Use the composition not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology. Salt in combination with other components can significantly improve the condition of hair, skin and nails. During pregnancy, consult a specialist in advance. The doctor will individually prescribe the daily rate of sea salt.

Video: why sea salt is better than regular salt

As part of the rolling study of Roskachestvo, the quality and safety parameters of 44 products of the following brands of edible salt were studied: 4Life (Fo Life), Atlantika, BILLA, Crista, Dead Sea Works Ltd., Gemma di mare, HoReCa SELECT, Kotanyi, La Baleine, Marbelle , ORGANIC, Mareman, Santa Maria, SEA SALT, SETRA, Vatel, Azbuka cuisine, Belaruskaliy, Belek, Valetek, Your choice, Magic tree, Live Food, Zimushka-krasa, Golden bison, YININ, KULINA, LENTA, Sea plus (Sea plus), MS, OK, Polissya, Salt of the Astrakhan Territory, Iletskaya, Sea salt, SALINA (Salina), SLAVYANA, Tyretsky salt mine, Trading House SALT (TDS). Almost all trade marks of salt presented on the shelves of our stores took part in the study. 22 samples were produced in foreign countries - in the CIS countries and Europe. The cost of the products presented in the rolling study as of February 2016 ranged from 12 to 260 rubles per pack. But which salt is best?

Russian quality system standard

The Roskachestvo standard for edible salt, in contrast to the technical regulations of the Customs Union, which imposes only five requirements related to the safety of salt, includes 20 product quality parameters. Compared to GOST, the Roskachestvo standard has been tightened in terms of the mass fraction of water-insoluble sediment, the presence and volume of residual impurities (calcium ion, magnesium ion, etc.), the mass fraction of iodine, and the particle size distribution. The required level of localization of production for the award of the Russian Quality Mark is at least 95% of the cost of goods.

Two sides of one package

To date, in Russia, edible salt is mined on an industrial scale only in four regions - the Republic of Crimea, Astrakhan, Irkutsk and Orenburg regions. At the same time, domestic manufacturers of the products presented in the study often indicate on the packages a rather exotic origin of salt. Theoretically, salt “manufactured”, judging by the labels, in Moscow, St. Petersburg or, for example, in Rostov, can actually be found there: hundreds of millions of years ago, the entire Earth was covered by the sea and since then traces of salts have remained in the soil. But, salt is not mined in these regions, and, most likely, "manufacturers" of salt from the European part of Russia are engaged in repackaging of raw materials obtained from large Russian or foreign deposits. Information about the real origin of such salt is extremely interesting to consumers, because the composition of salt largely depends on the place and method of its extraction. However, not all packers share the origin of their raw materials with consumers. For example, only producers of goods Trading House SOL(Moscow region) and Atlantica(Rostov region) reported that their packages contained salt of Belarusian and Cypriot origin, respectively. On the other hand, many players in the salt market are addicted to aggressive marketing. A striking example of this is that the packaging of six products presented in the study was labeled “GMO-Free”. It is worth recalling that salt is more than 99% composed of sodium chloride crystals. Of course, crystals cannot be “genetically modified” in any way, since they do not have genes. However, such labeling can have a positive impact on sales growth. Roskachestvo recommends that you carefully read the text on the salt packaging. Consumers may have doubts in cases where the manufacturer does not indicate the geographical place of origin of the salt or tries to "attribute" deliberately absurd properties to the product.

The bottomless world - how to choose "sea" edible salt

Special attention should be paid to the “marine” marking, which is often found on salt packages. In this fan-shaped study, almost half of its participants were positioned this way. It should be understood that, in fact, “sea” salt can be obtained only by cage or self-planting methods, and this is always indicated on the package. In other cases, the word "marine" is a fantasy name, which, in particular, was used in a quarter of the samples of the fan study. Such a marketing technique leads to the fact that people buy "quality sea salt" produced in Moscow or, for example, in Belarus, which has no access to the sea at all.

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Iodine is the only trace element that is directly involved in the synthesis of human hormones, in particular thyroxine, a thyroid hormone. With a lack of iodine in the body, the thyroid gland produces an insufficient amount of thyroxine, which leads to the so-called iodine deficiency. Lack of iodine in the body negatively affects the functioning of the nervous system, immunity and can lead to disruption of the thyroid gland. One of the most "popular" and convenient ways to deliver iodine to the body is to eat iodized salt. In a number of countries of the world, only iodized salt is allowed for sale, and its regular consumption by the population is becoming one of the priorities in national health systems. On average, a person needs to receive 150 micrograms of iodine per day. In the event that you regularly eat iodized salt, this daily requirement will be met.

health element

Iodine as a chemical element is somehow present in any salt. With the special term “iodized salt”, the manufacturer emphasizes the increased content of this chemical element in the final product, which is achieved through iodization: adding iodine-containing salts to the product. It is important to note that the terms “sea”, “phyto” and salt “vitamins” used on the packages, as shown by the study of Roskachestvo, do not guarantee an increased iodine content in the product. In general, salt iodization is carried out using the so-called iodates or iodides; the manufacturer reports the presence of such substances on the product packaging. Potassium iodate is more expensive to produce than iodide, but has a number of advantages. Most importantly, iodate is more stable, less volatile, and allows the iodine content of iodized salt to be retained for up to 9–12 months versus the three months provided by iodide. In a study by Roskachestvo, 17 salt samples were labeled "iodized", and they received increased attention from experts. The fact is that in terms of the mass fraction of iodine, the Roskachestvo standard has a significant tightening compared to the current GOST. It allows minimal deviations from the norm, which is 40 micrograms of iodine per kilogram of product. As a result, 7 products could not reach the increased requirements of the Roskachestvo standard. However, the discovered facts do not speak of violations or inconsistencies of these samples with any standards. These manufacturers on the packaging of their goods did not declare their compliance with GOSTs, they make products according to their own specifications, which allow them to call iodized salt with an iodine content significantly less than established by GOST. Thus, on the shelves of stores we can find iodized salt with completely different levels of iodine content, which once again indicates the need to study the product packaging or information on the Roskachestvo portal before buying.

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According to the current GOST, salt is divided into four grades: extra, highest, first grade, second grade. The variety in this case determines the level of sodium chloride content and the degree of grinding of salt. The higher the grade, the more pure sodium chloride in the salt and the less other minerals, including useful ones. 11 samples presented in the study were labeled salt "extra", 17 - "top grade", 5 - "first grade", 1 - "second grade". On other salt, the grade was not indicated. In all these cases, manufacturers did not indicate compliance with GOST, therefore, they probably did not consider themselves obliged to label their products according to the gradation laid down in GOST.

sediment left

An important parameter, according to which the requirements of the Roskachestvo standard were stricter than the requirements of GOST, was the characteristic of the mass fraction of insoluble sediment. In fact, such a precipitate is all those substances that are not included in 98 - 99% sodium chloride, or salt, which, as you know, is easily soluble in water. A large proportion of insoluble sediment may indicate a low quality of the product; moreover, such heavy impurities may be unsafe for humans. Almost all of the presented samples contained tenths or even hundredths of a percent of the insoluble precipitate. Only three samples for the specified parameter could not meet the increased requirements of the Russian quality system.

Crystal honesty: how to choose the right salt

Another defining characteristic of salt that establishes different categories of this product is grinding. Grinding sets the requirements for the size of salt crystals and their ratio in the final composition of the product. So, for example, extra grade salt can have only one grinding: 75% of salt crystals should have a size of no more than 0.8 mm, and the remaining 25% - no more than 1.2 mm. Roskachestvo also imposes increased requirements on the salt grinding parameter, which determines the granulometric composition of the product. The fact is that with poor-quality grinding, a large amount of so-called “dust” will be present in the product. Salt in this form is very difficult to use in cooking. As a result of laboratory tests, the overwhelming majority of study participants were able to meet the increased requirements of the Roskachestvo standard for this parameter. However, in goods KULINA And SALINA, marked as "corresponding to GOST", a discrepancy with this standard was revealed in terms of the parameters of the actually measured particle size distribution. This fact can be regarded as a violation of consumer rights to reliable labeling of goods.

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Each of the presented samples was also studied from the point of view of organoleptics, that is, the taste, color, smell and appearance of the goods were studied in the laboratory. A product that meets all high quality requirements must not have a foreign smell, it must not contain foreign mechanical impurities, the taste, of course, is exceptionally salty, without any aftertastes. Salt of extra and premium grade must be exclusively white, gray color is allowed for the first and second grades. As a result of laboratory tests in terms of organoleptics, all submitted samples were found to be in compliance with both the current technical regulations and the standard of the Russian quality system.

Salt is an indispensable component of food, the breakdown products of which are actively involved in the metabolic processes of the body. Sea salt, which consists not only of sodium chloride, but also contains many other trace elements, has an even more beneficial effect. This is what makes it more useful and popular compared to rock salt.

Composition of sea salt

The basis of any salt is sodium chloride (NaCl), which is so important for the operation of ion channels and maintaining osmotic pressure in the extracellular fluid. In addition to sodium chloride, sea salt contains a large number of trace elements, which are also important for the functioning of all systems and organs. Sea salt can also be iodized, which does not limit its use in areas with iodine deficiency.

The main macro- and microelements that make up sea salt:

• Magnesium(Mg) - actively involved in many enzymatic processes of the body, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the heart (it is a calcium antagonist), promotes the passage of a nerve impulse along the nerve fiber.
• Potassium(K) - the main ion of the intracellular fluid, ensures the maintenance of the water and electrolyte balance of the body. Participates in the processes of depolarization of the conduction system of the heart, excess or deficiency leads to a failure of the heart rhythm;
• Iodine(I) - a microelement that accumulates in the thyroid gland, is necessary for the construction of the hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine, which are involved in almost all metabolic processes of the body;
• Iron(Fe) is a structural material for the synthesis of hemoglobin, which is necessary for the transport of oxygen. Its deficiency leads to iron deficiency anemia;
• Copper(Cu) - also participates in the processes of hematopoiesis;
• Manganese(Mn) - necessary for bone formation, the functioning of the nervous system and the maintenance of the body's immune status;
• Selenium(Se) - increases the immune status of the body, prevents the formation of cancer cells;
• Bromine(Br) - its ion has an inhibitory effect on the nervous system.

How to choose

When choosing sea salt for food, pay attention to its composition, it should contain a sufficient amount of macro- and microelements, which make this salt so special. It is also worth considering the size of the crystals: small ones are suitable for dressing salads, second courses, and large ones are more for first courses.

When choosing salt, pay attention to the composition: there should be a minimum of dyes and all kinds of additives.

Benefits of sea salt

Sea salt will show its therapeutic effect only with its regular consumption in food. The daily dose for a healthy person is about 2 grams.. Sea salt has a therapeutic effect both when taken orally with food, and in the preparation of salt baths, cosmetic procedures.

Treatment of articular arthritis and chondrosis

Salt baths are used as a treatment for patients with articular arthritis.

• The temperature of the water in the baths should not exceed 42 degrees;
• For a medium-sized bath, you will need about 2 kg. sea ​​salt;
• It is not worth taking a bath for a long time, 15 minutes is enough;
• These procedures can be carried out after 1 day.

Such baths are suitable not only for the treatment of joint diseases, they also help with diseases of the cardiovascular system, actively remove toxins from the body, and help to cope with fatigue. And when aromatic oils are added to the water, the relaxation effect doubles and helps to cope with neuropsychiatric disorders.

Treatment of runny nose, sinusitis and inflammation of the sinuses

For the treatment of these pathologies, the solution used to wash the nasal passages, which can be prepared at home, helps a lot.

• To do this, mix one tablespoon with a glass of water;
• The resulting solution can also be used to gargle with inflammation of the palatine tonsils or also helps to get rid of a sore throat.

Treatment of diseases of the lower respiratory tract

Salt is effective for mild, acute respiratory viral infections. A tablespoon should be added to a liter of water, the resulting solution should be boiled for 5 minutes and then inhaled through the nose or mouth. In this case, sea salt is effective due to its antiseptic properties.

Rubbing with sea salt

This method is actively used for cosmetic purposes. Rubbing with sea salt activates trophism (nutrition) of tissues, restores skin color, also helps to cope with excessive deposition of fatty tissue, increases skin elasticity and firmness. Such procedures also have a general strengthening effect, which makes you more resistant to external infections.

Improving the quality and duration of sleep

To do this, you need to drink a glass of water with the addition of half a teaspoon of salt. Such a procedure before every night will help to cope with your ailments.

Side effects and contraindications

Side effects

With moderate consumption of sea salt, about 2-3 grams per day for a healthy person, it will only have positive effects. Increasing the amount of salt in the diet can be harmful to health. Due to the fact that it consists of 95% sodium chloride, it can have a detrimental effect on the human body, namely:

• leads to the formation of arterial hypertension;
• contributes to the formation of chronic heart failure;
• aggravates peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum;
• retains fluid in the body.

Contraindications

1. Arterial hypertension, both primary and secondary (an excessive amount of salt contributes to an increase in the osmotic pressure of the blood, as a result of which fluid from the tissue space rushes into the vascular bed, blood volume increases and blood pressure increases).
2. Edematous conditions (salt pulls water onto itself, preventing its exit from the body and further aggravating edema).
3. Acute or chronic renal failure (the kidneys are the main excretory organ of a person, which in this situation removes an excessive amount of sodium and chlorine ions (products of the breakdown of sea salt), these ions will accumulate and disrupt the operation of ion pumps).
4. Ulcers of the stomach and duodenum (salt entering the stomach stimulates the production of hydrochloric acid, which acts aggressively on the walls of the stomach, especially on ulcerative defects).
5. Glaucoma (the mechanism of action is similar to arterial hypertension, water retention increases and intraocular pressure increases even more).
6. Chronic heart failure (fluid overflow of the vascular bed, forcing the heart to work in an enhanced mode, which aggravates the degenerative processes in it).
7. Weakened states of the body (salt is a rather complex metabolic product that needs active breakdown and removal from the body).

Conclusion

Each product can be useful for a person. Benefit or harm is determined only by the dose. So sea salt, with its moderate consumption, will only have healing effects, but if you only consume it in excessive quantities, the result will be unfavorable.

Salt can be obtained in many ways. Salt is the most commonly used food. The word “cooking” in the title indicates that this product has undergone heat treatment - and indeed, table salt is obtained by processing and refining rock salt mined in salt mines or etc. Rock salt is also used in an unrefined form, including as a raw material for the soap industry, nuclear energy, and the chemical industry (in particular, as a raw material for producing soda).

Sea salt is a product of the sea. It is evaporated from sea water, collected from the day of reservoirs and mined from "salt waterfalls". It is not subjected to heat treatment - and therefore contains many useful additives. So, in addition to sodium chloride (salt itself), natural sea salt contains a large number of trace elements, including:

• calcium, which has a beneficial effect on bone and muscle tissue,


• potassium, which regulates metabolism and water balance,


• phosphorus, indispensable for the construction of cell membranes,


• magnesium, which promotes the absorption of vitamins and minerals;


• zinc, which improves skin condition and has a beneficial effect on immunity;


• iodine, which helps the normal functioning of the thyroid gland.

It is thanks to this rich chemical composition that sea salt has a healing effect on the human body.

How to recognize genuine sea salt

On the packaging of most bath salts, you can find a mention of "sea salt" or "Dead Sea salts". This is written in large letters on the package, but the name of the product or series, which includes these words, does not guarantee that there will be sea salt inside the package - these are more of a fantasy character. After all, manufacturers, for example, perfumes with the name "Black Diamond" are not required to use black diamonds in production.

It is almost impossible to distinguish sea salt from table or rock salt (especially when it comes to flavored tinted salts). And it’s difficult to navigate the cost: in the goods of the economic segment you can find a natural product, and among expensive salts there are often stylishly designed and pleasantly smelling compositions of dyes, flavors and purified salt. The taste of sea salt is bitter - but you can check the product "on the tongue" only after purchase.

Dermatologists advise adopting a very simple way to search for natural sea salt among all the abundance available on store shelves. You just need to turn the package over and find the line with the composition of the product on the back side. It is here that I must list the ingredients that make up the product.

If sodium chloride (NaCl), “natural salt” or simply “salt” without specification is indicated as the main component, it is better to leave this product on the shelf. Manufacturers who use genuine sea salt usually state this explicitly in the product formula ("sea salt", "natural sea salt", or "natural sea salt"). In addition, the information about the product may indicate the method by which the salt is extracted - for sea salt, it can be cage or self-planting.

How to choose salt for therapeutic baths

If bath salt is bought not to have a good time, relaxing in a warm bath with foam and “aromas”, but for a therapeutic effect on the body, it is better to choose unrefined and sea salt without the addition of dyes and flavors.

Such salt usually does not look very attractive: its crystals have a grayish tint due to the content of small particles of seaweed and clay. The crystals should be quite large, of a clear geometric shape, dry and freely pouring in a pack (you should not buy damp and sticky salt). In this case, only one component is listed in the line with the composition of the product: sea salt itself.