Currently, there are a huge number of types of salt: white, pink, black, extra, iodized, dietary, sea, etc., each of which has its own purpose. Therefore, you need to know how to choose it correctly.
Instructions
Step 1
When buying salt, pay attention to the size of the crystals. Extra salt is always finely ground. For other varieties, the grind number is indicated specially. Salt of the highest or first grade has grind No. 0, that is, 70% of crystals should be no more than 0.8 millimeters in size, and 10% of crystals should be no more than 1.2 millimeters. For salt of grinding No. 1: 85% of the crystals should be no more than 1, 2 millimeters in size, and 3% - no more than 2.5 millimeters. For salt of grinding No. 2: 90% of the crystals should be no more than 2.5 millimeters in size, and 5% - no more than 4 millimeters. For salt of grinding No. 3: 85% of the crystals should be no more than 4 millimeters in size, and 15% - more than 4 millimeters. The grade of salt is its technical characteristic, showing how thoroughly and strongly it is refined. It is believed that the larger the salt, the healthier it is.
Step 2
Look at the type of salt production: - rock salt contains a high amount of sodium chloride (up to 99%) and a minimum amount of moisture; - evaporated salt also contains a large amount of sodium chloride; - salt salt 94-98% sodium chloride and other ions, thanks to which it has another taste; - self-precipitated salt contains a minimum amount of sodium chloride, therefore, it is more beneficial for health.
Step 3
If you prefer an iodized product, then pay attention to which substance it is fortified - iodide or potassium iodate. Better if the second, in this form, iodine is more stable. In addition, the shelf life of the beneficial properties of iodine is no more than 2 years. This means that after this period you can get rid of the salt.
Step 4
Nowadays, rather expensive black salt is very popular. It is much healthier than white and contains a large amount of iodine, potassium, sulfur, iron and other trace elements. But she has a rather peculiar taste that not everyone likes.
