Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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 Typically, the product goes under a tremendous amount of stress and all the trace minerals that are present in sea salt have been stripped out, which is why the other salts have such a white, uniform appearance. They're just manufactured products, really. Our sea salts and some other sea salts, the French sea salts included, are completely clear. They have absolutely no additives and are taken straight from the ocean, evaporated by the sun and wind only. That's the reason these salts may have a little bit of an off color; they maintain their trace minerals. |
Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron
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 Daily Blackhead Control Astringent with Natural sea salt ($8.49 for 6.78 ounces) lists alcohol as the second ingredient and has enough sea salt to cause dryness, which won't help blackheads but will cause undue irritation.
S© Daily Blackhead Control Pads with Natural sea salt ($7.99 for 80pads). These alcohol-free pads have 1% salicylic acid and a pH of 3.5, so exfoliation will occur. The sea salt doesn't serve much purpose in this product, and isn't an ingredient that should be on the short list for those dealing with blackheads. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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 It's almost entirely processed salt, and even the products that claim to be made from "sea salt" are actually using a white, processed sea salt (not a full-spectrum brown or pink salt like you might find with Celtic sea salt, which is truly natural).
Grocery product makers are also adding various chemical additives to their "all natural" products, hiding them under innocent-sounding ingredients that don't raise red flags with consumers. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), for example, is a neurotoxic substance classified as an excitotoxin. |
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| So just because it says "sea salt" doesn't mean that it's not a processed form.
Mike: Are you certified organic?
Heine: We're certified organic by BioGrow New Zealand, which is accredited by IFOAM International.
IFOAM rep: The IFOAM accreditation of BioGrow probably has international recognition or recognition in the States. BioGrow New Zealand is the accrediting body in New Zealand, and it is IFOAM certified. IFOAM is The International Federation of Organic Agricultural Movements. It is a third party agreement between the USDA and BioGrow New Zealand. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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| It's almost entirely processed salt, and even the products that claim to be made from "sea salt" are actually using a white, processed sea salt (not a full-spectrum brown or pink salt like you might find with Celtic sea salt, which is truly natural).
Grocery product makers are also adding various chemical additives to their "all natural" products, hiding them under innocent-sounding ingredients that don't raise red flags with consumers. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), for example, is a neurotoxic substance classified as an excitotoxin. |
Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron
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| A topical scrub will help remove dead skin cells on the surface and minimally effect blackheads, but a leave-on BHA (salicylic acid) product gets to the root of the problem because it can penetrate the pore lining where blackheads develop. The sea salt is just a gimmick; it is not the solution for stubborn blackheads. This is an overall good scrub for normal to oily skin.
© Daily Blackhead Control Astringent with Natural sea salt ($8.49 for 6.78 ounces) lists alcohol as the second ingredient and has enough sea salt to cause dryness, which won't help blackheads but will cause undue irritation. |
Gabriel Cousens
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 Even many salts labeled "sea salt" are washed or boiled, which removes minerals and trace elements, rendering them toxic to the human body. Any salt that has been heated in this manner is converted to a covalent form, which is difficult for the body to assimilate. Celtic sea salt and Himalayan salt are the most energetic and complete salts we have found. Research indicates that sea salt is used by the body for mineralization, hydration, and to restore a healthy sodium-potassium balance for the lymph, blood, and extracellular fluid. |
Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron
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| Daily Blackhead Control Scrub with Natural sea salt ($7.99 for 5 ounces) is a topical scrub with 1 % salicylic acid, but its pH is too high for it to have an impact on blackheads. Keep in mind that you can't scrub blackheads away. A topical scrub will help remove dead skin cells on the surface and minimally effect blackheads, but a leave-on BHA (salicylic acid) product gets to the root of the problem because it can penetrate the pore lining where blackheads develop. The sea salt is just a gimmick; it is not the solution for stubborn blackheads. |
| S© Daily Blackhead Control Pads with Natural sea salt ($7.99 for 80pads). These alcohol-free pads have 1% salicylic acid and a pH of 3.5, so exfoliation will occur. The sea salt doesn't serve much purpose in this product, and isn't an ingredient that should be on the short list for those dealing with blackheads. However, these pads are an excellent way to enjoy the benefits of a well-formulated BHA product.
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© Daily Oil Control Cleansing Wipes with Green Tea & Peppermint ($8.59 for 25 wipes) contain, as the name states, peppermint. |
Jack Challem
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 Sprinkle on a little sea salt and fresh ground black pepper or sea salt and paprika. Or, dip the egg in a small amount of Traditional Pesto Sauce (see page 107), Easy Pesto Aioli (see page 108), or Mustard-Garlic Sauce (see page 108).
Real Simple Omelet (Serves 1)
1 teaspoon olive oil or 1 pat butter 2-3 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon Romano, Parmesan, or Double Gloucester cheese, shredded
Heat a small nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil or butter. Pour the eggs into the pan and allow them to cook until set, about 1 minute. |
Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN
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| Snack Option 1:
Organic Avocados, Organic Lime or Lemon, and Sea Salt: Eat 3 organic avocados. Season with sea salt and fresh lime or lemon juice to taste. Avocados help the body produce glutathione, which is necessary for the liver to detoxify harmful toxins. Recent studies indicate improved liver health with the regular consumption of avocados.129
Snack Option 2:
Eat 8 ounces of raw organic walnuts. Walnuts contain the amino acid arginine, which is necessary to help the liver detoxify ammonia. |
Walter Last
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 You can evaporate seawater in flat trays exposed to sunlight to make sea salt. This typically has about ten times more magnesium and trace minerals than commercial sea salt. Commercial unrefined sea salt is salt that has been crystallized in fractions, and it contains very little of the trace minerals originally in seawater. Highest in magnesium and trace minerals is the brine out of which the sea salt has been crystallized. It is sometimes available in liquid form as "sea-minerals" and is highly recommended as a mineral supplement. |
Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN
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| Natural salts (such as "sea salt") are now being marketed as a replacement to table salt but most of these salts are also partially refined. On the other hand, Himalayan Salt or Celtic sea salt are living substances, produced with ancient drying methods, and contain the vital minerals we need. Our body fluids closely resemble the structure of seawater, so these salts are quite beneficial for balancing internal fluids. I personally recommend Himalayan Crystal Salt™ because it contains all the elements and minerals your body needs without any of the toxins found in common table salt.
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Jack Challem
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| Sprinkle on a little sea salt and fresh ground black pepper or sea salt and paprika. Or, dip the egg in a small amount of Traditional Pesto Sauce (see page 107), Easy Pesto Aioli (see page 108), or Mustard-Garlic Sauce (see page 108).
Real Simple Omelet (Serves 1)
1 teaspoon olive oil or 1 pat butter 2-3 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon Romano, Parmesan, or Double Gloucester cheese, shredded
Heat a small nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil or butter. Pour the eggs into the pan and allow them to cook until set, about 1 minute. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
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 Use unprocessed sea salt sparingly or try an herbal salt such as organic Herbamare (contains sea salt, kelp, garlic, onion, chives, parsley, celery, leek, cress, and thyme).
Watch Dairy
Avoid commercial dairy products, including milk, sour cream, buttermilk, cheeses, margarine, and other milk products. If you must include dairy in your diet, choose organic products that contain no hormones or antibiotics. Much depends on whether you are lactose intolerant, your blood type (i.e. |
| Eucalyptus Detox Bath
1 cup sea salt
2 cups baking soda
1 cup Epsom salts
2 tablespoons glycerin per bath
15 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Combine sea salt, baking soda, and Epsom salts in a bowl. Stir to blend. Pour 1/4 cup or so into a running bath. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of glycerin and 10 to 15 drops of eucalyptus oil. Store the remainder in a glass jar. Keep in a cool, dry place and use within two weeks.
Dry Skin Brushing
In addition to saunas and detox baths, toxins may be eliminated from the skin by brushing it with a special natural-bristle skin brush. |
| Use unprocessed sea salt sparingly or try an herbal salt such as organic Herbamare (contains sea salt, kelp, garlic, onion, chives, parsley, celery, leek, cress, and thyme).
Watch Dairy
Avoid commercial dairy products, including milk, sour cream, buttermilk, cheeses, margarine, and other milk products. If you must include dairy in your diet, choose organic products that contain no hormones or antibiotics. Much depends on whether you are lactose intolerant, your blood type (i.e. |
Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron
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| S© Daily Blackhead Control Pads with Natural sea salt ($7.99 for 80pads). These alcohol-free pads have 1% salicylic acid and a pH of 3.5, so exfoliation will occur. The sea salt doesn't serve much purpose in this product, and isn't an ingredient that should be on the short list for those dealing with blackheads. However, these pads are an excellent way to enjoy the benefits of a well-formulated BHA product.
CLEARASIL DAILY OIL CONTROL PRODUCTS
© Daily Oil Control Cleansing Wipes with Green Tea & Peppermint ($8.59 for 25 wipes) contain, as the name states, peppermint. |
Paul D. Blanc, M.D.
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 The chemical breakdown of sea salt was first reported by a modest Swedish druggist, Carl Scheele, who went on to become recognized as one of the great tesearch chemists of his age. Scheele performed a series of experiments to try to understand better the behavior of "marine," or "muriatic," acid. Muriatic acid is still a common term for hydrochloric acid. In another form, the acid was known by an even older name, aqua regia (regis), or, literally, "royal water." Aqua regia is a mixture of hydrochloric and nitric acids, which alchemists valued highly. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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 In contrast to processed salt, sea salt or Himalayan salt is very good for you. Mined from natural salt deposits, these salts contain an array of health-promoting minerals (including trace minerals), far beyond the sodium and chloride found in typical processed salt. Find some sources for sea salt and trace minerals at: http://www.WebSeed.com/Trace_minerals.html.
At this point, you're probably getting some ideas about how you can defend yourself against the flu by avoiding many of these stresses. |
Jack Challem
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 When you crack the eggs open, you can season them with a little sea salt and black pepper as well as a small amount of pesto sauce. You can also dice the eggs and mix them in salads.
Italian-Style Omelet (Serves 1)
1 teaspoon olive oil 2-3 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons Italian Style Tomato Sauce (see page 159) 1-2 tablespoons shredded Romano, Parmesan, or
Double Gloucester cheese
Heat a small nonstick fry pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it a minute or so to heat. Pour the eggs into the pan and allow them to set, about 2 minutes. |
| Sprinkle on the oregano, toasted garlic, and sea salt and saute, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute another 1 to 2 minutes. When the mushrooms look cooked, add the pine nuts and toast them lightly, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the Romano cheese—a little or a lot— to suit your taste. Remove the pan from the heat and serve.
Baked Acorn Squash and Garlic (Serves 2)
Squash is rich in antioxidants, which are good for you, but it also contains a fair amount of carbohydrates. You can substitute baked squash for brown rice so that you don't overdo it on the starches. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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 It's made from raw, soaked almonds, water, vanilla and a pinch of sea salt. I've posted a video on how to make this yourself using a Vita-Mix. (Click here to see the video.)
Raw almond milk is both delicious and nutritious. While it doesn't have the protein content of animal milk, it's rich in plant-based fats and various anti-cancer phytonutrients. |
Paula Begoun
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 Turnstyle Beach Head sea salt Spray ($10for 6.8 ounces). This non-sticky, water-based spray contains magnesium sulfate (commonly known as Epsom salts) along with slip agent, sea salt, film-forming agent, preservatives, and fragrance. The salt can help rough up the cuticle of the hair. You can enhance that further by hand or heat styling, as you're directed to do on the label, but that is not a great thing for hair in the long run.
© Turnstyle Do-Over, Cleansing Spray ($8.95 for 8.5 ounces) is supposed to take the place of a full-on shampoo. |
Jack Challem
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| Celtic Salt, Cardia Salt, RealSalt, or sea salt Freshly ground pepper
Beverages
Select one for each meal.
Water: filtered tap or bottled Tea: black, green, or white Sparkling mineral water Herbal tea: hot or iced
What If You're a Vegetarian?
As a general rule, vegetarians have fewer health problems than meat eaters do, in large part because they avoid junk foods and are generally more health conscious. Some vegetarians, however, are pudgy, overweight, and prediabetic. |
Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron
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| The sea salt doesn't serve much purpose in this product, and isn't an ingredient that should be on the short list for those dealing with blackheads. However, these pads are an excellent way to enjoy the benefits of a well-formulated BHA product.
CLEARASIL DAILY OIL CONTROL PRODUCTS
© Daily Oil Control Cleansing Wipes with Green Tea & Peppermint ($8.59 for 25 wipes) contain, as the name states, peppermint. They also contain witch hazel, and some of the thickening agents chosen won't control oil very well. All told, these wipes are more irritating than helpful for oily skin. |
Jack Challem
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| Vi cup diced or chopped mild onions
2-3 garlic cloves, diced
1-3 cups tomato puree or sauce
3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey
1 bay leaf sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Heat the olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Next, add the onion and garlic, stir occasionally, and cook until they're slightly soft. Add the tomato puree/sauce, tomato paste, basil, oregano, honey, and bay leaf. Cover the pan and simmer for 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve. |
| Cucumber and Lettuce Salad (Serves 2)
1 romaine lettuce heart xh English-style cucumber or 2 Persian-style cucumbers
1-2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1-2 teaspoons lemon juice sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Thinly slice the romaine heart, beginning at the tip and working toward the base. Transfer it to a colander, rinse under cold water, and then pat it dry with paper towels. Skin and slice the cucumber. Drizzle the olive oil, then the lemon juice over the lettuce, and add a small amount of salt and pepper. Toss all of the ingredients and serve. |
Jack Challem
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| Main Courses for Dinner
Sauteed Chicken Breast (Serves 2)
2 half chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 pat butter sea salt fresh ground black pepper sauce (optional, to add at last minute)
Prepare the chicken breasts either by cutting them laterally so they are only about half as thick or by flattening them with a food mallet. To flatten the breasts, place them in a large sealed plastic bag or wrap them in wax paper with the edges securely folded over. Then pound them until they are flat and thin. |
Mike Adams
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 When you stop consuming processed salt and start consuming full spectrum salt—that is, sea salt or the cave salt—then you will not only boost your mineralization, you will also tend to notice a marked improvement in your blood pressure.
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My own blood pressure is 105/60 and I eat plenty of salt. It's just full-spectrum cave salt or sea salt. I rarely eat processed salt or any sort of salty snacks, junk foods or restaurant foods. Most restaurants serve food that's overly salty—especially the soups. |
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