It's in nearly every dish we cook, yet few ingredients inspire as much debate as salt. Kosher salt or sea salt? Which one belongs in your kitchen, and does it really matter? Mark Kurlansky, in Salt: A ...

Table salt refers to the fine crystals that you’ll find in most salt shakers. Typically made by mining underground salt deposits, this type of salt is processed and refined to remove minerals and ...

THE AMOUNT OF salt you should consume per day depends on your specific needs, Sherry says. Although salt is not pure sodium, ...

A pile of coarse-grained salt with wooden scoop. - By Marion C. Haßold, Www.marionhassold.com/Getty Images If you've ever accidentally had your mouth open when you ...

For those with high blood pressure, understanding salt's impact is crucial. Natural salts like sea salt or Himalayan pink ...

Himalayan salt and sea salt have different mineral compositions based on their region of origin. Both salts are more natural than table salt, but may contain heavy metals or microplastics. Be mindful ...

The Jersey Shore is a hub for all things summer — New Jerseyans flock to the beach and lively boardwalks as the salty scent of the ocean fills the air. For Danielle Hickson, that salt isn’t just part ...

In the kitchen, salt is taste, texture and technique. Salt enhances the flavor of food, can change the consistency of food and is used in culinary applications such as brining. Salt is indispensable ...