Himalayan Salt

Himalayan salt, also known as pink Himalayan salt, is primarily composed of sodium chloride (96–99%) and contains trace amounts of minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, and iron, which give it its distinctive pink colour. 

Key Points on Health Benefits

• Mineral Content:
  Himalayan salt contains more minerals than regular table salt, including slightly higher levels of calcium, potassium, magnesium, and iron.

• Sodium Content:
  The sodium content of Himalayan salt is similar to that of table salt, with minor differences per serving. Both types of salt should be consumed in moderation to avoid health risks associated with excessive sodium intake, such as high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

• Flavour and Use:
  Himalayan salt's trace minerals may impart a subtly different flavour and a pink hue, which some people prefer for culinary or aesthetic reasons.

• Hydration and Electrolytes:
  Some sources claim Himalayan salt can help with hydration and balancing electrolytes, but these effects are not unique to Himalayan salt and apply to all salts containing sodium chloride.

Citations:

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Himalayan_salt
2. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/pink-himalayan-salt
3. https://www.nutritionix.com/food/himalayan-pink-salt
4. https://www.webmd.com/diet/himalayan-salt-good-for-you
5. https://draxe.com/nutrition/pink-himalayan-salt/
6. https://redcliffelabs.com/myhealth/food-and-nutrition/table-salt-vs-himalayan-pink-salt-which-salt-is-good-for-your-health/
7. https://www.integrativenutrition.com/blog/himalayan-salt-nutrition
8. https://www.cargill.com/salt-in-perspective/himalayan-salt-vs-table-salt-vs-sea-salt