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title: Salt is Our Friend
description: Salt is a critical nutrient needed for the body. Explore the reasons why the quality of your salt matters.
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# [Salt is Our Friend](https://www.littlehouseholistics.com/little-house-holistics-blog/salt-is-our-friend)

 Written by [Abagail Frederick](https://www.littlehouseholistics.com/little-house-holistics-blog/author/abagail-frederick) | May 30, 2024 3:10:54 PM

Let’s get one thing straight: salt isn’t the enemy. But *processed* salt? That’s a different story.

Table salt (the stuff most people shake onto their fries) is stripped, bleached, and loaded with additives. It’s considered *inorganic* and can actually make things worse for your health. We’re talking contributors to:

- -Gout
- -Rheumatism
- -Tuberculosis
- -Gallstones
- -Eczema
- -Cataracts
- -Even uric acid buildup (aka “gravel”)

On the flip side, **natural, unrefined salt**—aka *organic salt*—still contains its full spectrum of trace minerals and actually *supports* your health. It’s detoxifying. It’s nourishing. And it helps with things like:

- -Adrenal fatigue
- -Asthma
- -Poor circulation
- -Muscle cramps
- -Edema
- -Low blood pressure
- -Hypothyroidism
- -Respiratory allergies
- -Sinus infections
- -And yes—even poison ivy & oak
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Natural salt plays a huge role in regulating blood pressure (yep, really), supporting thyroid health, and improving digestion. Just a pinch in filtered water before meals can help stimulate hydrochloric acid and boost nutrient absorption. It can also be added to baths with Epsom salts for detox and deep relaxation. You can even mix it into warm water for a throat gargle or use it as a nasal rinse.

In our home, we use [**Redmond’s Real Salt**](https://amzn.to/4ne99Ea)—it’s mineral-rich, delicious, and comes straight from an ancient seabed in Utah. It’s our ride-or-die for cooking, mineral support, and home remedies. My pro tip? Go in on a [big 10lb bag](https://amzn.to/44kBn8y) with a friend or family member. It lasts *forever* and saves you money in the long run.

### But don’t stop there—let’s talk **electrolytes**.

If you’re feeling tired, bloated, foggy, or you're even dragging after a workout, chances are your electrolyte balance is off. This is especially common for women dealing with adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalances, or blood sugar swings.

My personal favorite? [**Redmond’s Re-Lyte**](https://amzn.to/3SY1k7y). It’s clean, effective, and balanced with a full spectrum of electrolytes (including the kind from real salt). I use it after I sweat, on hot days, right when I wake up or just when I’m feeling off. No artificial junk, no blood sugar crashes, just real replenishment.

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