Salt: The Villain We Got All Wrong – Why Your Body Craves the Right Minerals, Not Less of Them
For decades, salt has been branded the villain of modern diets – blamed for everything from high blood pressure to heart attacks. We’ve been told to cut it out, avoid it, reduce it at all costs. Yet ironically, this advice has left millions deficient in not just sodium, but the full range of minerals our bodies require to function properly.
At Sebastian Siebert Supplements, we believe it’s time to restore salt’s reputation – and more importantly, shine a light on why the type of salt you use matters, why modern diets are mineral-deficient, and how supplementation is no longer optional for true wellness.
The Problem with Processed Salt – And the Bigger Issue with Modern Food
The white, free-flowing table salt you find on supermarket shelves is nothing like the natural salts our ancestors used. It’s been stripped, bleached, and laced with anti-caking agents. It contains only sodium chloride – a crude version of what was once a naturally balanced mineral compound.
Compare that to unrefined sea salts or Himalayan pink salt, which contain over 80 trace minerals, including magnesium, calcium, potassium, and iron – all critical for hydration, nerve signalling, muscle function, and cellular health.
Even if you eat a "healthy" modern diet, chances are your mineral intake is still dangerously low. Why? Because our soils are depleted, our crops are grown with synthetic fertilisers, and our food is processed, stored, and cooked in ways that leach minerals. Add to this chronic stress, excessive caffeine, medications, and environmental toxins – and the body is left crying out for real mineral nourishment.
Myth #1: “Salt is Bad for You”
Let’s address the elephant in the room: Not all salt is bad. What’s harmful is processed salt in excess, combined with processed foods. But when it comes to natural salt – like Celtic sea salt or rock salt – the picture changes dramatically.
Sodium is an essential electrolyte – it helps regulate fluid balance, blood volume, and blood pressure. Without it, you risk hyponatremia (low sodium), fatigue, brain fog, and even heart irregularities. In fact, studies now show that very low salt diets may be as harmful as high salt diets, especially when mineral intake is not optimised.
Myth #2: “You Get All the Minerals You Need From Food”
Once upon a time, maybe. But today’s agricultural practices have dramatically changed our soil profile. Studies show up to 80% mineral loss in soil content over the last century. This means even organic foods don’t carry the nutrient density they once did.
The result? Even people eating clean, whole-food diets are showing up deficient in key minerals like magnesium, zinc, selenium, and iodine.
That’s why targeted supplementation is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity.
Myth #3: “Only Athletes Need Electrolyte Support”
It’s easy to believe that electrolytes are only important for runners or cyclists. But in truth, every single person – especially in today’s stressful, polluted, and fast-paced world – needs daily electrolyte support.
Think about it:
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Do you drink coffee or alcohol? → You’re depleting magnesium and potassium.
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Are you under stress? → Cortisol burns through your sodium and B-vitamins.
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Do you sweat, work out, or live in a warm climate? → You’re losing salt and fluid faster than you realise.
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Are you fasting, doing keto, or intermittent fasting? → Electrolytes are essential for avoiding dizziness, cramps, and fatigue.
What Kind of Salt Should You Use?
Here’s a quick guide:
| Type of Salt | Mineral Profile | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Pink Salt | 84+ minerals including iron, magnesium, calcium | Everyday cooking, electrolyte drinks |
| Celtic Sea Salt | Moist, grey salt with high magnesium | Raw dishes, sprinkling on food |
| Redmond Real Salt | From ancient seabeds, high purity | Great for cooking and supplementation |
| Table Salt | Just sodium chloride, often iodised | Best avoided in excess |
We always recommend switching to unrefined mineral-rich salts and using them liberally in moderation – especially if you’re avoiding processed foods and eating whole ingredients.
How FLORISH and FULFIXER Support Mineral Balance
At Sebastian Siebert Supplements, we don’t just talk minerals – we deliver them in a form your body can absorb.
✅ FLORISH Spore Probiotic with Fulvic Acid helps the gut absorb minerals more effectively, thanks to the unique binding properties of fulvic acid and the stabilising effect of spore-based probiotics.
✅ FULFIXER Fulvic Acid Capsules deliver potent trace minerals in their natural ionic form – boosting cellular hydration, enhancing electrolyte function, and re-mineralising your tissues from the inside out.
Rebuilding Your Mineral Reserves – A Step-by-Step Approach
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Switch to real salt – Add unrefined sea salt to your cooking and water.
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Hydrate with purpose – Don’t just drink water. Add a pinch of salt and lemon juice, or use electrolyte drops with fulvic acid.
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Avoid diuretics – Or at least balance coffee and alcohol with mineral-rich hydration.
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Supplement wisely – Include magnesium (glycinate or malate), trace mineral drops, or fulvic acid capsules like FULFIXER.
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Heal your gut – A leaky or inflamed gut doesn’t absorb minerals well. That’s where FLORISH comes in.
Closing Thoughts: You’re Not Salt Sensitive – You’re Salt Deficient
We’ve been misled for too long. Salt isn’t the enemy. Poor-quality salt and mineral deficiency are. With a little knowledge and a few powerful tools, you can reclaim your electrolyte balance, support your energy, boost brain clarity, and protect your long-term wellness.
It starts with the salt on your plate – and the minerals in your cells.
Explore Our Products for Deep Mineral Nourishment
👉 FLORISH Spore Probiotic with Fulvic Acid
👉 FULFIXER Fulvic Acid Capsules
Back your body with the support it needs – the natural way.
