The Spice Lab Kala Namak Himalayan Black Crystal Indian Salt - Mineral Enriched Kosher Gluten-Free All Natural Salt - Fine Ground - French Jar

Kala Namak is used extensively in Indian cuisine as a condiment or added to chaats, chutneys, all kinds of fruits, raitas and many other savory Indian snacks. Chaat masala, an Indian spice blend, is dependent upon black salt for its characteristic sulfurous hard-boiled egg aroma. Non-Indians who are not accustomed to black salt often describe the smell as similar to boiled eggs. Black SaltÆs Health Benefits are known as a cooling spice which is often used as a laxative and digestive aid. It is also known to relieve intestinal gas and heartburn. Often prescribed to people with high blood pressure or people on low salt diets as it is believed to have lower sodium. Even known to be used as stool softener and as a remedy for constipation.