Sea SaltThere is an old type of salt that is being marketed in a new way—sea salt. It is being marketed as being “better for you” especially if you have an issue with having high blood pressure instead of the regular, table salt. Is this true? Have we found a new way to enjoy salt?
Truth is, both the sea salt and the regular salt have the same nutritional value. They both are made of sodium and chloride. The difference in the two are the taste, texture and the process of how it is made. Sea salt comes from the sea…plain and simple. While table salts are mined from underground deposits.
You can now find the sea salt in pretty packages with and without grinder. It can be coupled with peppercorn or by itself. I personally like sea salt better than table salt; however I still have both in my spice cabinet. I tend to use the table salt when salt is required for the recipe or needed in large quantities at one time. With sea salt, I use it on top of meals and dishes for that extra bit of flavor. I think sea salt heightens my taste bud and allow me to enjoy the flavor of the dish. I especially like sea salt with Italian dishes like chicken parmesan and penne garlic pasta. Wendy's is now advertising their French Fries sprinkled with sea salt. I like the addition/alteration to Wendy's fries.
Everyone should be cognizant of their salt intake, especially as we age. The recommended daily amount of sodium is between 1,500 and 2,300 mg. It comes down to presentation and your personal preference. Choose wisely!
References
Sea salt vs. table salt: Which is healthier? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sea-salt/AN01142.
Retrieved April 10, 2011, 2011
Wendy’s season salt fries. http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/food/2010-11-10-seasalt10_ST_N.htm.
Retrieved April 10, 2011
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