A soothing Epsom salt, sea salt, and baking soda bath combines three simple, natural ingredients that have been used for centuries in home wellness routines. This combination is popular for its potential to promote relaxation, support skin health, ease muscle tension, and provide a gentle detox-like experience. While scientific evidence varies—some benefits stem from the warm water […]
Too much salt weakens the immune system
A high-salt diet is not only bad for one’s blood pressure, but also for the immune system. This is the conclusion of a current study under the leadership of the University Hospital Bonn. Mice fed a high-salt diet were found to suffer from much more severe bacterial infections. Human volunteers who consumed an additional six […]
Seaspiracy, the latest Netflix documentary exposing the impact of our food systems, is making a splash
It was clear from the title and the promotion of the Netflix documentary Seaspiracy that it was going to adopt a similar approach to the highly influential 2014 documentary Cowspiracy, which uncovered the sheer scale and destructive impact of animal agriculture. Seaspiracy follows Ali, an activist and filmmaker who embarks on a journey of discovery which starts with beach […]
Salt vs Sea Salt – Not All Salt Is Created Equal
A quick glance at the ingredients label on most salts might surprise you! Many salts contain anti-caking agents and even dextrose (sugar). Others have been heat processed and stripped of their natural trace minerals. Did you know that most salt could technically be considered sea salt? Some salt is harvested from current oceans, some from […]