Salt is essential for life; you cannot live without it. However, most people simply don’t realize that there are enormous differences between the standard table salt, that is readily available, and Himalayan pink salt, a health-promoting salt. What makes it so different? For starters, the Himalayan crystal salt contains certain minerals like potassium, calcium, and magnesium that work to heal your body in more ways than one! Additionally, Himalayan salt does not burden your body as other salts do because of the powerful and effective feedback loops that regulate this absorption process. Natural crystal salt works to promote a healthy balance within the body. It is important to note that sourcing a quality Himalayan salt is important- there is the real deal, and then there are the fakes. Make sure your lamp is actually made with Himalayan salt (found only in Pakistan), or else it simply won’t provide the same benefits.
Here are 10 amazing health benefits of Himalayan salt and salt lamps that definitely make it worth a try:
Helps Treat Respiratory Problems: Salt therapy is a process that utilizes pure Himalayan salt to treat respiratory diseases. When salty air is inhaled, the particles travel through the entire respiratory system and the antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of salt help clean your lungs and sinuses. Also, salt therapy is used to treat seasonal allergies and chest congestion. This is because Himalayan salt works to kill bacteria and bonds with contaminants in your lungs to eliminate them. A salt lamp next to your bed and turned on will release salty air from the moisture in the air- which is good for your lungs. The notion of inhaling Himalayan salt comes from the ancient practice of halotherapy, in which people with asthma would spend time in salt caves. Apparently, breathing in tiny salt particles can help clear the airways and break down mucus.
Helps Appearance of Skin: Soaking your body in a warm Himalayan bath can do wonders to rejuvenate your skin. Through the process of dermal absorption, your skin soaks up all the minerals that provide different benefits. For instance, chromium fights acne, zinc prevents scarring, and sulfur keeps your skin smooth. The magnesium absorbed through the Himalayan salt can help in soothing your soft tissues as well.
Purifies Air: Himalayan salt lamps not only add beauty to any area, but they also double up as air purifiers. This is because these lamps attract moisture from the air. Due to the warmth on the surface of the lamps, this water evaporates quickly. The process of evaporation creates negative ions that react with the bacteria, pollen, dust, dirt, pollutants, and allergens which carry a positive charge to neutralize them. Some studies suggest that air ionization has some benefits, such as improved cognitive performance.
Soak your feet in it: Pink Himalayan salt can help your skin retain moisture, which makes it an ideal ingredient for a spa-like soak. Treat your feet by soaking them in warm water saturated with salt. Doing this can help relieve painful, tired feet after a long day and increase hydration and circulation within the body.
Drink salt water to flush out toxins: The best way to experience the benefits of Himalayan salt is to make sole water, water fully saturated with natural salt. Take a jug and fill 1/4th of it with Himalayan salt. By mixing 1 teaspoon of this sole water in a regular glass of water and consuming it every morning. This will help balance the pH levels in the body, flushes out toxins, improves your energy and keep you hydrated. This is because the negatively charged ions in pure salt and the trace minerals enter into the cells and pull toxins from them.
Regulates blood sugar: Himalayan salt is naturally rich in iodine, which food companies add artificially to table salt after processing it. The natural iodine in Himalayan salt is very effective at helping your body create an electrolyte balance, helping your intestines absorb nutrients and lowering blood pressure. A daily dose of Himalayan salt can ensure proper flow of fluids in the body by improving your insulin sensitivity and preventing sudden blood sugar spikes.
Improves digestion: Himalayan salt’s rich mineral content helps balance your body’s pH levels. When our pH levels are balanced, our bodies have better immunity and are better able to process and digest food. Himalayan salt can help activate your salivary glands which release an enzyme that helps digest carbs. Later, in the stomach it stimulates hydrochloric acid as well as an enzyme that digests protein and further helps in the breakdown of food.
Promotes Good Sleep: Between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. biochemical reactions that occur due to a high level of stress hormones that flush through our system cause sleep disturbances and interrupt our ability to stay asleep. Low-sodium diets cause blood volume to decrease in the sympathetic nervous system, which in turn, activates adrenaline and the “fight or flight” response.
Helps Improve Mood: Alternatively, Himalayan salt lamps naturally produce a soft, warm glow that is similar to what a candle or campfire would produce. It’s a perfect nightlight for your or your kids’ rooms. Additionally, Himalayan salt lamps produce a small amount of negative ions. Some studies suggest that these ions can boost serotonin and alleviate symptoms of depression.Promotes Hormonal Balance: Himalayan salt is particularly beneficial for the adrenal glands, which sit atop our kidneys and are responsible for the production of a variety of different hormones. The minerals found in salt help to activate the important chemical reactions within the body that help our body function properly.
Promotes Hormonal Balance: Himalayan salt is particularly beneficial for the adrenal glands, which sit atop our kidneys and are responsible for the production of a variety of different hormones. The minerals found in salt help to activate the important chemical reactions within the body that help our body function properly.
