MEDICAL CORNER …. Sea Salt vs Table Salt!!

~~February 2, 2015~~

What’s the difference between sea salt and table salt?

The most notable differences between sea salt and table salt are in their taste, texture and processing.

Sea salt is produced through evaporation of ocean water or water from saltwater lakes, usually with little processing. Depending on the water source, this leaves behind certain trace minerals and elements. The minerals add flavor and color to sea salt, which also comes in a variety of coarseness levels.

Table salt is typically mined from underground salt deposits. Table salt is more heavily processed to eliminate minerals and usually contains an additive to prevent clumping. Most table salt also has added iodine, an essential nutrient that helps maintain a healthy thyroid.

Sea salt and table salt have the same basic nutritional value, despite the fact that sea salt is often promoted as being healthier. Sea salt and table salt contain comparable amounts of sodium by weight.

Whichever type of salt you enjoy, do so in moderation.

Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.

I personally have switched from table salt to sea salt water and have noticed a difference in the texture and flavor. I appreciate the fact that sea salt has less processing and natural minerals are left behind.

In my opinion, less human intervention, the better.

~~GALLERY~~

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