Himalayan Crystal Pink Salt 500g | Sendha Namak | 84 Trace Minerals | Vrat Salt
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Himalayan Crystal Pink Salt 500g — mined from the ancient Khewra salt mines in Pakistan's Punjab province, formed over 500 million years from pristine primordial sea beds long b... Read more ↓
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Himalayan crystal pink rock salt (naturally mined, unrefined). Naturally contains 84 trace minerals including calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, and manganese. No additives, no anti-caking agents, no artificial iodination.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100g | % RDA* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 0 kcal | 0 kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| of which Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| of which Sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 36,500 mg | 548 mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 2.4 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 160 mg | 2.4 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 4.2 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 0.06 mg | <1% |
* % RDA based on a 2000 kcal reference diet (FSSAI). Values are approximate and may vary by batch.
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Himalayan Crystal Pink Salt 500g — mined from the ancient Khewra salt mines in Pakistan's Punjab province, formed over 500 million years from pristine primordial sea beds long before modern pollution. Known as sendha namak in Hindi, this is the purest, most mineral-rich salt available — entirely free from modern contaminants, naturally rich in 84 trace minerals, and the only salt traditionally permitted during Hindu religious fasts (vrat).
Why Himalayan Crystal Pink Salt
- 84 naturally occurring trace minerals — Including calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, and manganese — none of which are present in refined table salt
- Pink colour from natural iron oxide — The characteristic pink-to-deep-rose hue confirms the presence of iron compounds and mineral richness; deeper pink = more iron
- Sendha namak for vrat fasting — The only salt permitted during Navratri, Ekadashi, Maha Shivratri, and other Hindu religious fasts; prescribed in Ayurveda as sattvic (pure) and easy on digestion
- 500 million years old — Crystallised from ancient sea beds before any industrial or environmental pollution; considered one of the purest salts on earth
- No anti-caking agents — Pure mineral rock salt; nothing added, nothing removed
- Better electrolyte balance — Higher potassium content than refined salt helps counterbalance sodium and supports healthy hydration
How to Use Himalayan Pink Salt
- Everyday cooking — Use in curries, dals, rice, rotis, and vegetables exactly as you would regular salt
- Vrat (fasting) cooking — The only salt allowed in Navratri recipes: sabudana khichdi, rajgira roti, singhare ki poori, fruit chaats, and sendha namak chaas
- Sole water — Dissolve a few crystals in filtered water overnight (1% solution) for a mineral-rich electrolyte morning drink; particularly useful in summer or after exercise
- Seasoning salads and fresh foods — Sprinkle over sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, fruit chaats, and raitas for clean mineral flavour
- Mineral body scrub — Mix coarse crystals with coconut or sesame oil for an exfoliating mineral-rich body scrub
- Salt rims and finishing — Use as a finishing salt on the rim of glasses or directly over grilled foods just before serving
What is sendha namak and why is it used during vrat?
Sendha namak (rock salt) refers to naturally occurring mineral rock salt, and in India it almost always means Himalayan crystal pink salt. It is the salt described in Ayurvedic texts as the purest and most sattvic form — naturally occurring, unprocessed, and free from the human intervention of evaporation pans or chemical refining. Hindu fasting traditions (Navratri, Ekadashi, Maha Shivratri) permit only sendha namak because it is considered pure rock salt that does not undergo transformation by human hands, making it appropriate for a period of spiritual purification.
Does Himalayan pink salt have health benefits over table salt?
Himalayan pink salt contains 84 trace minerals versus virtually none in refined table salt. Notably, it has higher potassium (~280mg/100g) and magnesium (~160mg/100g) content, both of which help counterbalance sodium's effects on blood pressure and support overall electrolyte balance. However, since daily salt use is small (around 5g), the mineral contribution per day is modest. The main advantages are: (1) complete absence of synthetic additives and anti-caking chemicals, (2) naturally occurring trace minerals in balanced ratios, and (3) a broader electrolyte profile that supports better hydration and cellular function.
Is Himalayan pink salt helpful for blood pressure?
Himalayan pink salt has a slightly lower sodium concentration than refined salt, and its higher potassium and magnesium content may help moderate sodium's impact on blood pressure. Potassium helps the kidneys excrete excess sodium, and magnesium relaxes blood vessel walls. That said, for those with diagnosed hypertension, total sodium restriction from all sources remains the primary intervention — switching salt types alone is not a treatment. Use Himalayan pink salt as a healthier background choice within an overall low-sodium, mineral-rich diet.
How is Himalayan pink salt different from table salt?
Table salt is refined sodium chloride (99%+ NaCl) with anti-caking agents added, sometimes dextrose as a stabiliser, and synthetic potassium iodide for iodination. Himalayan pink salt is raw, unrefined mineral rock salt containing approximately 95–98% sodium chloride plus 84 naturally occurring trace minerals in their original crystalline form. It has no additives, retains its natural crystalline structure, and has a subtly different, cleaner taste with mild mineral undertones that enhance food rather than simply adding saltiness.