Shaking Things Up: Unearthing the Best Salt for Your Carnivore Diet

So, I've been chomping down on the carnivore diet, and let me tell you, it's been a rollercoaster ride of flavours! But, I've been pondering 🤔 - what's the best salt for this carnivore diet? Sodium, potassium, muscle function – how do you even pick?

Let's start with why we need salt. Sodium intake is essential, especially when rockin' a low-carb diet like the carnivore. Sodium and potassium - the dynamic duo - go hand-in-hand to keep your muscles jazzed up and prevent those pesky muscle cramps source. You don't want to feel like a tin man in need of oil, do you?

Now, listen up because here's where it gets wild! I once thought salt was just, well, salt. But nooooo. We've got Real Salt, iodized salt, kosher salt, rock salt, and even the fancy-schmancy Pink Himalayan Sea Salt. Let's dive into this salty ocean together, shall we?

Real Salt:

"Real Salt" is the realest of the real! It's unrefined, packed with minerals, and – you guessed it – really good for bodily functions. When you use this, do you feel like your body's well-oiled machine? I know, right?! If you're looking for the VIPs of Real Salt, Redmond's Real Salt is strutting down the red carpet.

Iodized Salt:

So, I always thought iodized salt was the bad guy. But check this out – iodine is necessary for thyroid function, and that's why we have iodized salt. But wait, why is it iodized? Thanks to the FDA, they're making sure we get that iodine without going on an undersea adventure. Crazy, right? source

Kosher Salt:

What's the deal with kosher salt? It's coarser, folks! So, if you want to stay moderate with iodine (because too much of a good thing isn't always great), kosher salt fits the bill. Sprinkle, don't douse!

Natural Salt (Unrefined):

Natural salt - unrefined, bursting with minerals and the flavour! It's like a party in your mouth. Pink Himalayan Sea Salt - that's my jam! Did you know that Pink Himalayan salt and rock salt are actually cousins? Pretty wild!

Rock Salt:

Rock salt is as rock 'n' roll as it sounds. Muscle function, fluid balance, cardiovascular benefits – like the Elvis of salts. There are different types of rock salt, each with its entourage of minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Rock on!

Pink Himalayan Salt:

Remember how I mentioned I couldn't taste the difference between basic rock salt and Himalayan pink salt? I mix them like a salt DJ. Pink Himalayan salt is like the rock star that travelled the world - it's from the Himalayas and has a pink hue due to minerals like iron and magnesium. The whole shebang!

So, what about eggs? Ever notice that a dash of salt on eggs is like a high-five to your taste buds? Meat is pretty salty to begin with, but eggs? That's where the magic happens.

You might be thinking, "Seb, what's the connection between salt and high blood pressure?" Well, my salt-loving friends, studies have shown that it's more complex than you'd think. Salt isn't necessarily the big, bad wolf. Check out these studies that unravel this myth source.

And if you're craving more savoury details on salt in the carnivore diet, check out my other posts: "Can you have salt and pepper on the carnivore diet?" and "A meat lover's smorgasbord of advice".

Now, I'm no expert, but I sure do love experimenting with my carnivore lifestyle. So let's keep exploring, shall we? And remember, stay salty my friends! 😎

Note: I'm not a doctor or a dietitian, so please consult a medical professional before making any changes to your diet.