Is SALT addictive? Episode #3 [Dsound]
I share some research, and my own personal experience after eating no-salt for several months. What're your thoughts? Is salt addictive? Is it necessary?
From the talk:
Salt meet 4 of the 7 criteria of being considered an addictive substance, only 3 are needed to be met.
- Withdrawal
- Taken in larger amounts than intended/healthy
- Stopping or minimizing and controlling the intake is difficult
- Taken despite negative effects
References:
science20.com/news_releases/salt_may_be_antidepressant_which_would_also_explain_why_its_addictive
nhmrc.gov.au/nhmrc-in-focus/features/uncovering-salt-addictive-nature
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I agree it's addictive,
what are your thoughts on natural salt that have some health benefits?
Pink Himalayan sea salt contains over 84 minerals and trace elements, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper and iron
I think there are minor differences as you point out, but essentially that all salt is addictive and works the same way and optimally speaking I think our body and mind works the best without it.
I linked you into my latest post because rasta diet one of the guidelines is they don't eat salt.... because its an additive.... u might be interested to check it out
https://steemit.com/spirituality/@celestialcow/ital-is-vital-food-for-the-soul-why-rastas-are-so-happy-and-its-not-just-because-of-the-weed
yes i agree but also i found and some other ppl i know that cravings for salty and sugary foods reduce when using Himalaya salt (i guess a good transitioner for ppl wanting to reduce salt)
Interesting, there is also less sodium in Himalayan salt, so you need to use more of it to than regular salt for the same salty flavor.
i guess that depends on ppl preference. i ate a dish my aunt made when visiting fam, and it had regular salt which i despise. but it was way too salty and that the normal seasoning for the dish! so i guess when u start using himalaya maybe at first ppl need alot but as cravings go down u can reduce. but as it has many minerals and trace elements its not harmful like regular salt the harmful bit is the addiction. when i eat without Himalaya its definitely not as tasty the food and that is purely psychological but because of who i am i need flavor, i think i do need healthy salt. i got dangerously thin when i lost interest in food and very weak. i need nice flavor to keep me interested otherwise i just stop eating all together but im very disciplined about not over indulging practice moderation is a skill.
Salt intake increases blood pressure in some people (like me)
Do you still eat salt, or do you just minimize it?
I try not to eat any added salt, but it is in so many things that I eat - I have to be careful.
I LOVE SALTY THINGS
addicted to popcorn
Wow nice