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Mineral

Salt

Salt is sodium chloride, a mineral compound and the main source of sodium in the diet. Rock and sea salts are mostly sodium chloride too.

Also listed as Himalayan Rock Salt

Essential Health

Salt is already in everyday foods

Bread, processed meat and snacks can contribute substantial sodium before anyone reaches for the salt shaker. 1

Mixed rye bread

0.6 g salt45 gDGE example. 2

Gouda

0.6 g salt30 gDGE example. 2

Sources