Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
The best of all salts in classical texts — the only one considered cooling and suitable for daily use by all doshas, even in eye and heart care.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Use as the default cooking salt; classical texts rank it above sea salt for regular use.
Classical Provenance: Charaka Samhita Sutrasthana 27 (Lavana varga); Ashtanga Hridaya Sutrasthana 6.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- ginger before meals
- buttermilk with cumin
- fasting-day cooking (vrat)
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: hypertension (total salt moderation)
- Contraindication: kidney disease
- Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): excess with milk (classical caution for salt generally)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Rock salt
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/4 tsp (1g):
