The Salty Truth: Navigating the Sodium Dilemma

Salt is crucial for many systems in our body, yet many know that salt is not entirely healthy and should be consumed in moderation. Why is it unhealthy? What components in salt harm us?

Salt is a chemical compound containing sodium and chloride. These substances are critical for our survival, and without them, our bodies can't function properly.

Sodium plays a role in nerve conduction, while chloride aids in producing stomach acid, which is essential for proper digestion and nutrient absorption. A lack of salt can lead to muscle cramps, nausea, fatigue, and dizziness.

However, salt is beneficial only when consumed in recommended amounts. In large quantities, it's harmful. An hour, sometimes two, after consuming large amounts of salt, sodium levels in the body rise, blood vessels expand, and headaches surface. It is advisable to drink water to help flush out the excess sodium.

Table salt contains an anti-caking agent to prevent clumping, making it easier to use.

The anti-caking agent in salt, known as "iron cyanide," can alter iron levels in red blood cells, preventing blood from reaching cells properly. You might feel weak even if blood tests show normal iron levels because the iron isn't reaching your cells.

Even small amounts of iron cyanide are not recommended because it accumulates in the body and is difficult to eliminate.

Salt also contains microplastics - tiny pieces from the sea that end up in our table salt. The body struggles to eliminate these, impacting the endocrine system. Filtering or separating these microplastics is not possible due to their micro size.

Himalayan salt is considered a good option, but make sure it doesn't contain anti-caking agents. It includes additional minerals and is free from microplastics and iron cyanide.

Atlantic sea salt, with its distinctive gray hue and wet appearance, is rich in minerals. Its coarse texture can be ground or used in cooking, where it dissolves.

Even with quality salt, moderation is key, and less is more.

Zohara Sharvit is a Naturopath N.D. and an experienced iridologist, with extensive experience in treatment, consultation, and workshop facilitation. To book a free workshop, call 073-2221290