Rock salt or sendha namak, as it is popularly known, is a favourite of those fasting during the auspicious days of Navratri. This is the only type of 'salt' consumed during these nine days. Rock salt is the purest form of salt - unprocessed and raw, devoid of environmental pollutants and chemical components. "It contains 84 out of the 92 trace elements required by the body including potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper and so on. It's a superior salt, according to Ayurveda.
According to Ayurvedic physician rock salt is cooling rather than heating and is far more balancing for pitta, in comparison to other forms of salt. Its mildness and diverse mineral content helps minimise the potential hazards of excess salt.
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Rock salt or sendha namak, as it is popularly known, is a favourite of those fasting during the auspicious days of Navratri. This is the only type of 'salt' consumed during these nine days. Rock salt is the purest form of salt - unprocessed and raw, devoid of environmental pollutants and chemical components. "It contains 84 out of the 92 trace elements required by the body including potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper and so on. It's a superior salt, according to Ayurveda.
According to Ayurvedic physician rock salt is cooling rather than heating and is far more balancing for pitta, in comparison to other forms of salt. Its mildness and diverse mineral content helps minimise the potential hazards of excess salt.
Rock salt improves digestion and is a natural way to relieve stomach pain. You can add a few crystals of Patanjali rock salt and fresh mint leaves to a glass of lassi and reap the benefits.
Rock salt can be used to stimulate your body’s metabolism, and ultimately improve the functioning of your body.
Rock salt helps stabilise blood pressure by maintaining a balance of high and low blood pressures. For people with hypertension, It is a better alternative to table salt as it is high on potassium.
Sendha namak could prove to do wonders for your immunity too. Rock salt provides all the essential trace minerals and greatly improves the body’s immune system," It fights harmful bacteria and helps kick illnesses to the curb.
Looking to lose weight. Ditch table salt and switch to rock salt.“Rock salt reduces sugar cravings by reactivating insulin, and hence results in weight loss”. You can sprinkle some Patanjali rock salt over your fruits instead of table salt.
Been having sleepless nights? “ Rock salt helps to relax the body and mind,” To treat and manage stress and anxiety, mix a tablespoon of Patanjali rock salt in water and take a relaxing bath.
Edema is basically swelling caused by fluid retention i.e. when excess fluid is trapped in the body's tissues. “Soak your feet in a bucket of water with Patanjali rock salt to get rid of swelling and inflammation.”
Accumulation of dead skin cells results in dull, rough and ageing skin. “Use rock salt to exfoliate your skin and get rid of dead skin.”
Rock salt removes the dirt from your hair without stripping it off its natural healthy oils. Just mix Patanjali rock salt in your usual shampoo and wash your hair with it. Rinse with cold water to remove the residue.
“Bleeding gums can be really painful and embarrassing. Mix 1 teaspoon of rock salt, triphala powder and neem powder. Use a pinch at a time to massage the gums and rinse with water for quick relief.”
“Rock salt can be used as a bath or body salt,” It is a perfect substitute of spa standard products as it relaxes your muscles and improves your sleep. Mix a tablespoon of rock salt in water and take a relaxing bath. "You can make a body scrub by mixing rock salt with honey or with lemon” and massage your skin with it, to get the glow you’ve always wanted.
