Salt (Sea)

Sea salt sensitivity may stem from trace minerals, environmental residues, or high sodium levels. Avoid for 8 weeks, try supplements like probiotics or electrolyte balancers, and use alternatives like table salt, Himalayan pink salt, or kosher salt.

🌿 What is Sea Salt?
Sea salt is a type of salt harvested through the evaporation of seawater. It retains trace minerals like magnesium and calcium, giving it a slightly different taste and texture compared to table salt.

🤔 Why Do I Have an Intolerance to Sea Salt?
Sensitivity to sea salt may result from:

  • Trace Minerals: Magnesium, calcium, or other minerals in sea salt may cause reactions.
  • Environmental Residues: Impurities or contaminants from seawater can irritate sensitive systems.
  • Sodium Levels: High sodium content may contribute to intolerance.

🛠️ What Can I Do About It?

  • Avoid sea salt for 8 weeks and monitor symptoms.
  • Substitute with other salts like table salt or Himalayan salt, if tolerated.
  • Retest after 8 weeks to reassess your sensitivity.

💊 Supplements for Sea Salt Sensitivity

  • Magnesium Chelate: Balances mineral levels if magnesium is a trigger.
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  • Probiotics: Support gut health to manage sensitivity.
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  • Electrolyte Balancers: Help regulate sodium and trace mineral levels.

🌟 Why Might I Have an Intolerance to Sea Salt but Not Other Salts?

  • Trace Mineral Content: Higher in sea salt than refined table salt.
  • Processing Differences: Sea salt is less refined, retaining environmental impurities.
  • Mineral Composition: Variances in magnesium, calcium, or potassium levels.

🍽️ Popular Dishes with Sea Salt

  • Salads
  • Baked goods
  • Roasted vegetables

🍽️ Alternatives (If Tolerated)

  • Table salt
  • Himalayan pink salt
  • Kosher salt
  • Low-sodium salt