Himalayan Salt

Salt does not only come from the sea, but is also extracted from the mountains. Seawater that sloshed against the mountains in the distant past and has now dried up into crystals is also called rock salt. The Himalayan pink salt comes from the Himalayas mountains and is known as one of the purest salts in the world.

What is Himalayan Salt?

Himalayan salt comes from Pakistan, but the mountain range extends into other countries in Asia such as China, India, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar and Nepal. The salt is extracted by hand from the salt mines of the Himalayas. There is white, orange and pink salt from the Himalayas. The most famous is the salmon-pink variety, which is also used in many salt lamps. The salt also contains small amounts of minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium. So does that make Himalayan salt healthy? According to enthusiasts it is healthier than normal table salt, but according to other experts it makes no difference.

Using Himalayan Salt

You can use the salt in many ways. Not just for cooking! If you do use it during cooking, it is useful to use the salt as finely as possible. In coarse form you would quickly use too much. In addition to cooking, you can also use the salt for:

• Himalayan Salt Bath
• Himalayan Salt Soap

Himalayan Salt For Bath

You can also use Himalayan salt in baths. It would have a detoxifying effect. The minerals from the salt are said to stimulate circulation and soothe sore muscles. The salt is skin-friendly, making a Himalayan Salt Bath a pleasant experience, possibly with a healing effect for body and mind. Some take a salt bath before going to sleep, as it is said to be soothing and relaxing. It could also reduce eczema. For a Himalayan Salt Bath, use about 750 ml of saline in the bath water, or 250 ml for a foot bath. For convenience, you can also buy a Himalayan Salt Bath Salt Ball.

Himalayan Salt Soap

Himalayan Salt coarse in grain can be used for a massage or to exfoliate. It could help the skin to detox, making it look younger and fresher. Salt stone is said to hydrate and kill bacteria. In addition, according to experts, it helps against stress and skin eczema.

Himalayan Salt Negative Energy

Lamps and tea lights made from Himalayan salt are said to improve the energy in the house and promote happiness. A deficiency of negative ions could cause fatigue and anxious feelings and these lamps may help to balance the ions. Especially when the salt gets warm, it is said to have a calming effect and could have the same effect as a walk through the woods or a running hot shower. A shower with salt soap would therefore be twice as nice!

Himalayan Salt Fine and Coarse

You can buy both coarse and fine Himalayan salt. You can also buy chunks from which you can scrape the salt off yourself. It now seems especially hip to buy coarse salt. Of course it also looks a lot nicer and it gives your dining a special feel! Yet there is a health difference between coarse and fine Himalayan Salt. As we discussed earlier, the danger of coarse salt is that it is coarser chunks, with which you quickly sprinkle too much salt over the food. Of course, the salt can also be used for other purposes. It would also be good for the skin! What you choose is completely up to you.

Himalayan Salt Health

By now you know that Himalayan salt can be healthy. According to many, it is comparable to the taste of regular table salt for cooking, but with extra minerals. Also you may want to use Himalayan salt for:

• The detoxification of the body
• Strengthening the bones
• A healthy sleep pattern
• Stable pH Balance
• A healthy circulatory system
• Stiff muscles
• The blood circulation
• Hydration

Himalayan Salt Headache Relief

Did you know that Himalayan salt may reduce headaches? People with migraines may also benefit from steaming with Himalayan Salt. This would be related to the fact that the salt promotes circulation, which could reduce the frustrating, sometimes excruciating pain of migraines. For this, you could fill a cup of water with two small teaspoons of Himalayan salt and some lemons. This mixture would work wonders!

Himalayan Salt Asthma

Mixing half a liter of saline with a bowl of hot water is said to help with asthma, hoarseness, sore throat, inflammation, bronchitis, and cough. For this you should hang your face over the bowl for about twenty minutes to half an hour. It is important that you inhale as much vapor as possible, so a towel over your head is recommended.

Himalayan Salt Lick

A final option is a salt stone lick. This is a solid block of salt that is used to provide mineral needs for pets or farm animals. Sodium, in particular, is said to be insufficiently present in natural foods. If you buy this stone from us, you will receive a cotton rope with which you can hang the stone.

More Inspiration

Perhaps after seeing the health benefits of Himalayan salt, you’re looking for even more amazing products. For that you have come to the right place at Spiru! For example, take a look at our natural skin care section for similar products. Maybe Aleppo Soap is just your thing! The Neti Pots are also popular with Himalayan salt lovers. Runny noses are a thing of the past! For more care such as the tongue scraper, take a look at our Assortment of Natural Care Products. You’ll find it all at Spiru!