Sodium

Sodium

Electrolyte Mineral

Mineral

What it is

Natural salt, also known as sea salt or unrefined salt, is a healthier alternative to table salt. Unlike table salt, which is heavily processed and stripped of its essential minerals, natural salt is derived directly from seawater and contains minerals like magnesium, potassium, and calcium that are vital to our health.

The benefits of natural salt aren’t just limited to its nutritional value, either. It’s been shown to help regulate blood sugar, support a healthy immune system, and improve digestion. Additionally, natural salt has a richer flavor and can enhance the taste of your food without the need for added sodium.

When shopping for natural salt, look for brands that are unrefined and minimally processed. You can also find natural salt in a variety of textures and colors, from fine white granules to pink Himalayan salt. Experiment with different varieties to find the flavor profile that best complements your favorite dishes.

What it does

Digestive System
Digestive System

Helps your small intestine to absorb amino acids, glucose and water from foods you eat

Water
Water

A small amount of sodium is required to conduct nerve impulses. Is necessary for maintaining proper water and PH balance

Nervous System
Nervous System

Coupled with potassium it can power nerve functions and send out nerve impulses

Muscular System
Muscular System

It is also used to contract and relax the muscles

What it does

An excess causes reduced function of the kidneys therefore removing less water resulting in higher blood pressure

Additionally with decreased kidney function along with the inability to remove excess fluid, on emu experience and increase of the amount of fluid surrounding cells

An excess will also Increases blood pressure

Also an imbalance in sodium and potassium can lead to heart disease.

Excessive salt intake may cause a variety of alterations in the liver, including the malformation of cells, increased mortality rates, and inhibited cell growth, which can all culminate in liver fibrosis.

Did you know?

Salt can have different colors and textures depending on the location of the salt mine and its mineral content. Pink Himalayan salt gets its color from iron oxide and has a slightly sweeter taste compared to regular table salt. Black lava salt is mixed with activated charcoal, which gives it a striking black color and a slightly smoky flavor.

Natural salt is harvested directly from the ocean or from saltwater lakes, and undergoes minimal processing.

Unlike regular table salt that often contains additives like anti-caking agents, natural salt is a pure product that doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals.

Sodium is a metallic element with the atomic number of 11. It is found in many minerals and is highly reactive due to its single valence electron, which it readily donates to other elements to form compounds. Sodium is essential for life processes and is found in the human body in various forms, including in table salt (sodium chloride).

Where to find it

Meat & Protein

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Cheese – Cheese is a good source of sodium, with one ounce of cheddar cheese containing about 175 mg.
One cup of cottage cheese contains approximately 800 mg of sodium.

Fruits, Vegetable & Leafy Greens

One cup of raw celery containing about 80 mg of sodium.
1 cup of cooked beet greens containing about 500 mg.
Just one cup of cooked spinach contains about 140 mg of sodium.

1 medium-sized tomato contains about 6 mg of sodium.

Grains, Herbs, Oils & Roots

One cup of raw carrots contains approximately 85 mg of sodium.
Just 3.5oz serving can provide over 300 mg of potassium.
A 3.5oz serving can provide over 350 mg.

Nrefined salt that contains minerals and trace elements.
Unrefined salt that is harvested from evaporated sea water.
Also known as “flower of salt,” this is a hand-harvested sea salt with delicate crystals and a unique flavor.
A coarse-grained salt that is great for seasoning meat and poultry.
Celtic salt is a moist, unrefined salt that is rich in minerals and has a slightly grey color.

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