The word ‘salt’ conjures up innumerable images for each one of us. Primarily, it reminds us of food. As one delves into the source and origins of salt, it can safely be concluded that few condiments have played
as multi-dimensional a role as this wonderful seasoning. Mark Kurlansky, in his insightful book on Salt
(Penguin, 2002), says that it has been the central element in human...
