My husband has a salt phobia. Like sugar…society has a phobia of salt because restaurant and processed foods are SO overly salted and the salt used is cheap, unhealthy table salt.
That said, mineral salt…like the other 5 tastes/rasas has its place in our diet (in moderation).
SALTY taste stimulates secretions. It is a laxative. It improves and enhances the taste of food. When food tastes better, we are better able to digest it. In the summer when we sweat more, we lose electrolytes and need to retain more water. Salt helps with this balance. Our need for salt varies depending on our constitution and time of the year.
I’ve been adding salt and lime to my water in the winter to help my dry body retain more water which enhances my digestion.
Learning how each taste fits into my diet has been eye opening. It has been a valuable lesson that all tastes have a place in our diet as long as we know ourselves and how it fits into our daily diet.
Even Just a sprinkle of mineral salt over vegetables can significantly enhance their enjoyment and provide needed electrolytes and digestive support the body needs. Don’t be afraid of salt!
