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To get a “beneficial” amount of “Trace Minerals” found in some salts (Himalayan, Celtic, Real Salt, etc.), you’d need to eat a lethal amount of salt.

To get a “beneficial” amount of “Trace Minerals” found in some salts (Himalayan, Celtic, Real Salt, etc.), you’d need to eat a lethal amount of salt.

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There’s a MYTH of “Beneficial Trace Minerals” found in mined (i.e. Himalayan) or gray unprocessed (i.e. Celtic) salts. Spoilers: It’s ALL GREENWASHING!

There’s a MYTH of “Beneficial Trace Minerals” found in mined (i.e. Himalayan) or gray unprocessed (i.e. Celtic) salts. Spoilers: It’s ALL GREENWASHING!

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