Salt is more than an essential seasoning; it helps maintain the normal functioning of the body. Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, but cooking without salt can also lead to hyponatremia, a low concentration of sodium in the blood. In addition to its nutritional value, salt has medicinal characteristics that can come in handy in unexpected emergencies.
Dr. Shu Rong, a veteran British traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) physician, explained in the program “Health 1+1” how to use salt as a “pseudo” first aid component to treat daily diseases.
