Salt is the biggest taste maker of any dish it can make or break any dish. It is an important part of our meal and our body cannot function properly if we don't consume it.
Let me tell you that it is made up of two electrolytes- chloride and sodium Taking salt excessively can cause high blood pressure. There are different varieties of salt and choosing the right type of salt matters. From grilled vegetables to kebabs to French fries, salt tastes good on everything.
In Ayurveda it is considered as healthiest form of salt. Rock salt or commonly known as "Sendha Namak" is the purest type of salt which is devoid of any chemical components and environmental pollutants. It contains less amount of sodium chloride and contains various nutrients like potassium, copper and calcium.
Sea salt is made by evaporating seawater. It is unrefines, which means it contains more minerals like potassium, zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron and also helps in enhancing the flavor of the dish.This salt does not dissolve easily.
Table salt or iodised salt is the most common type of salt used in home kitchens. It is an industrial salt refined to about 99 percent sodium chloride and contains additives to prevent it from clumping together. It is preferred as it dissolves in food very easily.
Kosher salt originates from either the sea or the land and is named for its use in the Jewish meat preparations. It is a coarse-grained flaky salt and is preferred nowadays as it does not contain any additive.
