All About Salt

For decades salt has been viewed as a dietary enemy, linked almost universally in peoples' minds with hypertension. But studies in recent years have called into question salt's role in causing or exacerbating high blood pressure. While no one can say for sure that salt is blameless, it is obvious that the way salt works and its effects is still not fully understood.

And it is not just salt's effect on the body. There are a hundred and one different uses for salt around the house that do not involve the dinner plate. There are a number of toxic household chemicals that salt can help replace and make your home a healthier place.

* By mixing salt and vinegar into a thick paste, it can be applied to brass silver and copper as a polish. Use a soft cloth to apply and buff, then rinse thoroughly in water and dry well.

* Equal quantities of salt and hot water poured down a drain can help get rid of nasty smells and dissolve grease, plus help slow future buildup.

* A mix of 1 part salt to 3 parts boiling water can be poured directly onto weeds to kill them.

* Dissolve a half teaspoon of salt into the equivalent of half mouthful of warm water for an effective gargle. It works particularly well as an antiseptic for sore throats.

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