Halite

ROCK SALT, SODIUM CHLORIDE

Rock salt is used homeopathically for sneezing, colds, eczema, hives, thrush, menstrual problems, and migraine. In Ayurvedic medicine it is given for digestive problems.

In orthodox medicine, a high intake of salt is thought to increase the risk of high blood pressure, strokes, and heart disease. Homeopathically, however, sodium chloride is used for conditions ranging from colds to eczema. Both sodium and chloride are essential trace elements, but supplements are likely to be needed only after exceptional dehydration. Indeed, excess is more likely than deficiency, due to the large amount of salt added to common foods.

PARTS USED

Sodium chloride.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Sodium chloride.

ACTIONS

Nutrient; preservative; absorbs water.

MEDICINAL USE

A homeopathic remedy (Natrum muriaticum) used for colds, sneezing, eczema, thrush, urticaria (hives), menstrual and premenstrual problems, and migraine. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is given to promote digestion, improve appetite, and relieve constipation. In orthodox medicine, sodium chloride solution is used for dehydration, to irrigate the eye, to relieve nasal congestion, and as a mouthwash.

PREPARATIONS

Homeopathic tablets, powder.