Kitchen drawers now often hold a selection of gourmet salts, making home cooking feel luxurious and healthful. The perception has been turbocharged by chef recommendations and trendy packaging.
But experts point out that these premium salts do little for your health. Their mineral content pales in comparison to what’s available in fruits and vegetables—making their dietary significance practically zero.
Key health threats stem from quantity, not source. Brits and others worldwide continue to surpass safe sodium limits, largely unaware of all the hidden salt in their diets.
Your best bet for improved health is to use salt—a flavor enhancer—as sparingly as possible, focusing instead on whole, fresh foods for real nutrition.