Real salt, such as pink Himalayan, Celtic salt, Redmond salt is actually nourishing to our bodies, brain, and it hydrates us. 

Salt, or sodium chloride, is crucial for human health, acting as a primary source of sodium and chloride, essential for nerve and muscle function, fluid regulation, and blood pressure control. It also plays a vital role in food preservation and flavor enhancement. [1, 2, 3, 4]  
Here's a more detailed look at the importance of salt: [1, 2]  
1. Essential for bodily functions: [1, 2]  

• Electrolyte Balance: Sodium, a key component of salt, is an electrolyte that helps maintain proper fluid balance within cells, nerves, and muscles. [1, 2]  
• Nerve and Muscle Function: Sodium is vital for nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction and relaxation. [1, 3]  
• Blood Pressure Regulation: Sodium plays a role in the body's control of blood pressure and volume. [1, 5]  
• Hydration: Sodium helps the body retain water, preventing dehydration. [2]  

2. Food Preservation and Flavor: [3]  

• Preservation: Salt has been used for centuries to preserve food by inhibiting bacterial growth. [3]  
• Flavor Enhancement: Salt enhances the flavor of food, creating a "salty" taste and intensifying other flavors like sweetness and bitterness. [4, 6]  

3. Historical Significance: [7]  

• Civilization Development: Salt's ability to preserve food was a key factor in the development of civilization, allowing for the storage and transportation of food over long distances. [7]  

4.  Potential Health Concerns: [8, 9]  

• Excessive Sodium Intake: While essential, excessive sodium intake can lead to high blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. [8, 9]  
• Hyponatremia: Conversely, low sodium levels (hyponatremia) can also be dangerous, causing symptoms like muscle cramps, nausea, and in severe cases, even coma or death. [10, 11]  

[1] https://manoa.hawaii.edu/exploringourfluidearth/chemical/chemistry-and-seawater/salty-sea/weird-science-salt-essential-life[2] https://mysymbios.com/well-seasoned-health-benefits-of-salt/[3] https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/salt-and-sodium/[4] https://www.thespruceeats.com/functions-of-salt-in-food-1328615[5] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/17649-blood-pressure[6] https://www.restaurantware.com/blogs/kitchen-and-cooking-tips/what-are-flavor-enhancers[7] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_salt[8] https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-education-resources-materials/sodium-your-diet[9] https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/how-body-regulates-salt-levels[10] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyponatremia/symptoms-causes/syc-20373711[11] https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/salt[-] https://casadesante.com/blogs/protein-powder/the-best-low-sodium-protein-powder

​Salt, in Paul's day, was valuable enough to be used as money, and was treasured for its ability to preserve and flavor foods. In the same way, a Christian's speech should be helpful and valuable, ''flavored'' differently from the speech of non-believers, and preserving the message of Christ.

In scripture, salt symbolizes preservation, value, and the influence of believers, with Jesus saying "You are the salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13), emphasizing their role in positively impacting the world. [1, 2, 3]
Here's a more detailed look at the significance of salt in the Bible: [4, 5]

• Symbol of Preservation and Value: Salt was a valuable commodity in ancient times, used to preserve food and as a seasoning. This symbolism carries over to the spiritual realm, where believers are likened to salt, suggesting they should preserve good values and influence the world positively. [3, 4, 5, 6]
• "You are the salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13): Jesus uses this metaphor to describe his followers, emphasizing that they should be a positive influence, adding flavor and preventing decay in the world. [1, 2, 3]
• "If the salt loses its saltiness..." (Matthew 5:13): This phrase highlights the importance of believers remaining faithful and effective in their role as "salt". [1, 2, 3]
• Other Biblical References: [7, 8]
  • 2 Kings 2:19-22: Elisha heals the poisoned water of Jericho by throwing salt into it, symbolizing purification and restoration. [7, 8]
  • Numbers 18:19: God establishes a "covenant of salt" with the Levitical priests, signifying a lasting and binding relationship. [7]
  • Exodus 30:34-35: God instructs Moses to use salt in the preparation of sacred incense for the tabernacle, emphasizing its sacred and purifying nature. [9]
• Colossians 4:6: "Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person." This verse emphasizes the importance of speaking with wisdom and grace, like a well-seasoned dish. [5, 10]
• Lot's wife: The story of Lot's wife turning into a pillar of salt (Genesis 19:26) is often interpreted as a punishment for disobedience and clinging to the past. [11]

[1] https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+5:13-16&version=NIV
[2] https://quod.lib.umich.edu/cgi/k/kjv/kjv-idx?type=citation&book=Matthew&chapno=5&startverse=13&endverse=20
[3] https://lifehopeandtruth.com/god/blog/what-does-salt-of-the-earth-mean/
[4] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salt_in_the_Bible
[5] https://www.bibleref.com/Colossians/4/Colossians-4-6.html
[6] https://www.bibleref.com/Matthew/5/Matthew-5-13.html
[7] https://tabletalkmagazine.com/article/2024/11/salt-in-the-bible/
[8] https://web.mit.edu/jywang/www/cef/Bible/NIV/NIV_Bible/2KGS+2.html
[9] https://www.reviveourhearts.com/blog/seasoned-with-salt-using-our-words-for-the-glory-o/
[10] https://www.esv.org/Luke+14:34;Matthew+5:13;Mark+9:49%E2%80%9350;Colossians+4:6;Hebrews+2:4%E2%80%938/
[11] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lot%27s_wife
[-] https://www.chatholybible.com/resources/bible-verses/bible-verses-for-life-situations/marital-harmony
[-] https://gracehsaonline.org/graduation-information/class-of-2022/
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