Rock Salt Crystals (500 G)

Rock Salt: The Earth’s Ancient Mineral Treasure

Long before the white shaker salt appeared on our tables, our ancestors used rock salt — a mineral salt formed from the ancient seas that dried up millions of years ago, leaving behind rich salt deposits. It’s called “Sendha Namak” in Hindi, “Induppu” in Tamil, and is still valued in traditional kitchens and Ayurvedic practices.

🌍 What is Rock Salt?

Rock salt (halite) is a natural mineral form of sodium chloride (NaCl), mined directly from salt mountains and underground deposits. Unlike refined table salt, rock salt is not chemically bleached, not stripped of trace minerals, and contains a broader mineral profile.

🌈 Types of Rock Salt & Their Properties

1. Pink Himalayan Rock Salt

• 💗 Pale pink to deep rose, from the Khewra mines in Pakistan
• Rich in trace minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron
• Balances electrolytes, aids digestion, and considered cooling in nature
• Common in fasting foods, traditional pickles, and therapeutic salt soaks

2. Black Salt (Kala Namak)

• ⚫ Dark violet or black crystals, turns pinkish-grey when ground
• Naturally rich in sulfur compounds — giving it a distinct eggy smell
• Traditionally used in chaats, buttermilk, and cooling summer drinks
• Digestive aid, known in Ayurveda for balancing Vata and reducing bloating

3. White Rock Salt / Crystal Rock Salt

• 🤍 Translucent or opaque white chunks
• Milder in flavor than sea salt or table salt
• Can be crushed and used in everyday cooking or preserved whole in pickling
• Often used in detox baths or nasal rinses

4. Grey Rock Salt (less common)

• 🪨 Naturally grey from mineral inclusions
• Earthier and more grounding — used traditionally in rituals or healing spaces

🧬 Why Choose Rock Salt?

• Unrefined & mineral-rich: Preserves natural trace elements
• No additives: Free from anti-caking agents, bleaching agents, or iodine
• Alkaline-forming: Supports digestion and acid-alkaline balance
• Versatile use: For cooking, fermenting, brining, pickling, and even body care

👨🏽‍🌾 Goodness Farm’s Rock Salt:

We source naturally harvested rock salts minimally processed — ideal for mindful cooking and clean living.