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¾–1 Teaspoon Sea Salt

Sea salt is a culinary salt obtained by evaporating seawater. It is used primarily for seasoning and preserving foods and is nutritionally similar to table salt in sodium content.

Beneficial properties

flavor enhancer source of sodium supports fluid balance supports nerve signaling supports muscle function

Nutritional highlights

Sea salt provides sodium and chloride, with only trace amounts of other minerals depending on processing and source.

Caution. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure and worsen fluid retention; use caution in hypertension, kidney disease, heart failure, or edema.

Conditions it helps with

Dehydration
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Kidney Stones
Low Blood Pressure
Includes: Hypotension
Swelling, Water Retention & Lymph Backup
Includes: Edema, Fluid Retention
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Recipes featuring ¾–1 Teaspoon Sea Salt