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HOThe main difference between sea salt and table salt comes from how they’re processed, not from how “salty” they are. Sea salt is produced by evaporating seawater, which allows it to retain small amounts of naturally occurring minerals like magnesium and calcium. This gives it a slightly more complex flavor and a coarser texture, which is why it’s often used as a finishing salt.
Table salt is heavily refined to remove minerals and impurities, leaving almost pure sodium chloride. It’s usually fortified with iodine, which is important for thyroid health, and contains anti-caking agents to keep it free-flowing. Nutritionally, the differences are minimal when used in normal amounts, but the choice affects texture, flavor, and iodine intake more than overall health.
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