Himalayan Pink Salt is the new buzzword in the world of beauty and wellness, thanks to its inclusion in spa and skincare products along with foods, desserts and so much more. Its health benefits are so well renowned that it is now used in many, home décor items like lamps, and candles. But there’s so much mystification around this salt that some of us also compare it with regular table salt or use it as a replacement. Is it worth the hype? Should you be using Himalayan Pink Salt or for that matter, buy it in bulk and use it as a cool new replacement for the good ‘ol table salt?
Let’s find out.
Himalayan Salt is a naturally occurring salt found in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains in the Punjab region of Pakistan. Himalayan Mountain range, which was once the bottom of an ancient sea is now the rich bearer of many trace minerals. The pink salt gets its natural color from the mineral contents that are naturally available in the salt. They are also sometimes called rock salt or sea salt owing to the fact that it comes from the rocky foothills of this mighty mountain range which was once at the bottom of the sea.
So, now that we know the origin of this exotic salt, let’s delve deeper to find out its benefits and why this salt is such a star in so many everyday products that we are using.
Rich Contents of Trace Minerals
As said before, whether you are storing Himalayan Salt in bulk from Granary Mart or buying them in retail pouches, its rich contents of trace minerals resemble the human body and help it to re-mineralize. The 84+ trace minerals like potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium and so many more. They balance the body’s pH level and aid in the natural detoxification process promoting health by removal of harmful toxins and bacteria.
There are many popular ways of using pink salt in your diet like cooking, baking, in brine, curing, grilling, sauté, and more. The negatively charged ions in pink rock salt along with the trace minerals pull out toxins from cells giving you a balanced pH level.
Lowers Blood Pressure
Himalayan pink salt is least processed and hand cut, unlike table salt which is more processed and contains fewer minerals. Therefore, when you are swapping regular salt with Himalayan Pink Salt, you get a boost pf its rich mineral content and lower sodium. That way, your body gets to process the foods easily without consuming much water to wash out the sodium that comes with processed table salt. This helps the natural iodine in Himalayan Salt to boost electrolyte production allowing the intestines to absorb more nutrients from the food and lower blood pressure.
Aids in Hydration
Contrary to common belief, pink rock salt aids in hydration. So, here is your great post-work-out hydration hack. Drink a glass of water with lemon and a pinch of pink salt post-workout and you will tend to feel less fatigued. However, if you are wondering how it works?
Human body is made up of up to 70% of water and while working out you lose minerals and electrolytes from the body making you feel fatigued. The rich mineral contents of pink salt will help the body replenish the lost minerals reviving you in no time.
Natural Soothing Agent for Sore Muscles
Himalayan Salt bath is a great way to relax sore and tired muscles. Mineral baths make it easy for the body to absorb essential minerals like magnesium and other trace minerals fortifying the connective tissue and bones that contribute to sore muscles, thereby relieving any aches. Next time, you are looking to relax after a long, tiring day, just throw in some pink salt and experience the wonders it does to your body.
Still, having second thoughts about buying Himalayan Pink Salt in bulk? No, right? Along with these wonderful benefits of the pink salt, it is also used in tea light candle holders, lamps, grilling plates, and shower scrubs for its many wonderful benefits. So, while you are visiting Granary Mart, do not forget to choose from the three grind variants of our exclusive Himalayan Pink Salt and enjoy its benefits in your daily life.
