You've probably heard of pink Himalayan crystal salt, but what's the big deal? Is it just like regular salt, but pink? Maybe you have a Himalayan salt lamp at home or a bag of the salt crystals, but you aren't sure what they do. You know only one thing: that it's "good for you."

First of all, you need to know where the salt comes from. As you guessed, Himalayan salt comes from the Himalayan mountain range in Asia, making it much more rare than other types of salt. Experts estimate that 200 million years ago, the mountains held crystallized sea beds covered with lava. Because the lava insulated the salt and kept it from pollution, pink Himalayan salt is known as the purest salt on the planet.

What Makes it Better for You

Here's why you might want to consider switching from regular table or sea salt:

The human body has 84 trace minerals, including calcium, magnesium, and sodium chloride. All of these minerals are also found in Himalayan salt, which makes it an excellent mineral supplement to add to meat, veggies, and more!

On top of that, The pink color in Himalayan salt comes from the high iron content, which is one more reason you need more of it in your diet. In addition, Himalayan salt is hand-mined in the mountains and goes through very little refining, it actually has less sodium than most other salts.  

Regular table salt has fewer of these benefits because it has gone through a heavy bleaching and processing that strips away many minerals. Sea salt, although healthy, has been affected by the ocean's pollution.  

What it Will Do to Your Body

Research has shown that eating Himalayan salt can have numerous health benefits. While some people like to cook using a Himalayan salt block, it's usually used to flavor meals the same way regular table salt does.

Here are just a few of the benefits of eating the salt:

1. Clearer sinuses and better breathing

2. Improves the body's ability to hydrate

3. Balances your pH levels

4. Strengthens your immune system

5. Improves blood circulation and heart health

6. Aids in digestion

7. Prevents low blood pressure

8. Helps you sleep better

9. Reduces muscle spasms and cramping

10. Helps to balance blood sugar levels

11. Improves bone strength

12. Helps the body absorb nutrients

13. Detoxes organs

14. Reduces the signs of aging

15. Prevent thyroid problems such as goiters

Overall, the minerals in pink Himalayan salt will help your body get rid of toxins, improve heart health, and promote better breathing. If you suffer from insomnia or tight muscles, the minerals will work to relax the body before catching the zzz's. Would you give it a try?

Source: [Medical News Today, Draxe, Collective Evolution]