Hand-harvested, Unrefined, Nutrient-Rich Sea Salt
Celtic Sea Salt is a unique, unrefined salt that is hand-harvested from the coast of France. It contains 80+ essential minerals, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, and sulfur. It is a natural flavor enhancer and does not have the “caking” properties that most salts have. Celtic salt has been used for centuries as a food preservative, especially for curing meats and pickling vegetables.
The harvesting process for Celtic Sea Salt involves collecting salt water from tidal pools and allowing the water to evaporate naturally in shallow clay-lined ponds. As the water evaporates, the salt crystallizes. The resulting salt has a moist texture and a slight gray hue.
Celtic sea salt is a much healthier, less processed salt than table salt. It has a much lower sodium content and contains many more minerals.
Health benefits of Celtic sea salt:
- Rich in essential minerals. Contains over 80 essential minerals. Research indicates that Celtic sea salt can increase nutrient absorption by up to 7%.
- Helps maintain electrolyte balance: The sodium, potassium, and magnesium in Celtic sea salt help maintain electrolyte balance naturally. Research has indicated that a proper electrolyte balance can help speed up recovery time and reduce muscle soreness after a rigorous workout.
- Helps regulate blood pressure: Studies have shown that a balanced intake of minerals may help regulate blood pressure when consumed in moderation. Also, potassium helps counteract the effects of sodium.
- Supports digestive health: Studies have shown that Celtic salt can stimulate the production of digestive fluids and can break down foods more efficiently. It supports gastric acid secretion, a critical step for food digestion. Gastric acid breaks down foods into smaller and more absorbable units. Also, the trace minerals found in Celtic salt help support a healthy gut microbiome.
- Regulates the body’s nerve impulses & electrical charges: Minerals, including sodium, help regulate these movements
- Immune system boost: Several minerals found in Celtic salt support the immune system, especially zinc and magnesium. Magnesium also has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Natural detoxifier: Helps remove toxins from the body and promotes proper kidney functioning.
- Allergy alleviation: The minerals found in Celtic salt can help support respiratory health and reduce inflammation and nasal congestion during allergy season.
- Promotes healthy skin: The minerals in Celtic salt can help promote hydration and reduce inflammation. Celtic sea salt can be made into a scrub to exfoliate dead skin.
Differences between Celtic and Himalayan Sea Salts
- Celtic salt is hand-harvested from tidal pools off the coast of France. Himalayan sea salt is harvested from ancient sea beds in Pakistan.
- Celtic sea salt has a light gray color; Himalayan sea salt is pink.
- Celtic sea salt is moist; Himalayan sea salt is dry.
- Celtic sea salt contains approximately 33% sodium chloride; Himalayan sea salt contains approximately 98% sodium chloride.
- Both salts have similar culinary uses.
Additional Information
Size: 1 pound or 5 pounds
Suggested Use: Mix 1/4 teaspoon into 8–16 ounces of water. Celtic salt can also be added to fruit, vegetables, soups, stews, and green food drinks. Use as a replacement for table salt in any food or use for making brines.
Resources
Salt Your Way to Health, David Brownstein, M.D.
The Chemical Elements of Life, Earl Frieden, Scientific American, July 1972