“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, ...

Two Well+Good editors share how to use a Himalayan salt block and why they love it so much. Plus, tips on how to clean it after using. Himalayan salt blocks have reportedly been used for cooking since ...

Imagine a kitchen without salt and you’ll probably end up with some seriously bland hypothetical food. Salt is an epic essential, key for cooking techniques such as brining, curing, and preserving.

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 ...