When to use kosher, flaky, pink, black, or table salt to season your food. Getty Images It used to be that salt was just … salt. It was finely ground and available at the grocery store in a round ...

Salt is an essential mineral that supports many critical body functions, including fluid balance, nerve signaling, and muscle contraction. Despite its vital role, excessive salt consumption can lead ...

Salt is a key part of our diets. It's also vital for our survival, as dietitian Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD and National Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics previously told USA TODAY.

“Salt is easily the most important thing chefs keep in the kitchen,” says Robert Hartman, chef de cuisine at Saint Theo’s restaurant in New York City. It helps bring out the natural flavors in food, ...

The world of salt is more nuanced than you might think. Beyond the usual table salt, various types of salt have been prized for their distinct flavours, textures and potential health benefits. From ...