SALT: Soul-element of healthy living

By:Renu Sain, Updated: Dec 28, 2021 | 16:59 IST
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Health benefits of salt:
An omnipresent condiment, salt has many medicinal properties. However, there have been several myths associated with salt consumption. First and foremost, that one should not consume salt regularly. Second, it is not the right thing to do without consulting your physician. However, moderate salt intake is necessary and offers many benefits, including:
  • Regulates fluids in the body
  • Promotes dental health
  • Inhibits allergic reactions
  • Relaxes tired muscles
  • Improves digestion
  • Promotes digestion
  • Prevents muscle cramps and spasms
Nutritional composition:
A 100 g of regular salt contains the following amount of nutrients:
NUTRIENTS

MEASURE (%DV)*
Calorie

 0
Carbohydrate

 0%
Dietary fibre

 0%
Protein

 0%
Copper 3%

 Manganese 4%
Zinc 1%

 Iron 2%
Calcium 2%

 Sodium 1685%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
  • Salt is also loaded with several other micronutrients such as sulfur, zinc, oxygen, hydrogen, and cobalt. These are necessary to run various vital bodily functions.
  • It is a rich source of iodine that is required for the healthy hormonal functions.
Key health benefits of salt:
  • 1)Prevents sodium deficiency - Hyponatremia is a condition that is a result due to acute sodium shortage in the body. This makes you weak and fragile. Regular and appropriate intake of salt helps in preventing salt depletion from the body.
  • 2)Improves metabolism – Salt consumption boosts the metabolism of the body by facilitating efficient mineral and water absorption. It also maintains the electrolyte balance in the body.
  • 3)Maintains oral health - Salt has several properties that support oral health, prevent tooth decay and keeps bad breath at bay along with combating canker sores.
4)Cleanses skin and relaxes muscles - Salt consumption cleanses the skin from within. It rejuvenates muscles, having a calming effect on the brain and body. Salt is also a source of pure sodium and chloride that help cure muscular cramps.

  • 5)Relieves sore throat - Gargling with salt water gives relief to the sore throat and eases the pain.
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