Secretly Incredibly Fascinating Salt!
Mar 24, 2025
Join Jason Pargin, an author and frequent guest, as he delves into the captivating world of salt. Discover how salt has evolved from a vital commodity to a contemporary culinary staple, shaped by the innovations of the Duncan brothers and Morton’s clever marketing. Pargin humorously contrasts grocery shopping experiences across centuries and the complex implications of iodized salt on public health. Their playful critiques of pop culture and the absurdities surrounding salt in fashion make for an entertaining exploration of this essential mineral.
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Pre-Salting
- Jason Pargin's parents used to salt their food before tasting it, a common practice in the 1980s.
- This habit changed with growing awareness of sodium's health risks.
Salt Tolerance
- Katie Goldin's salt tolerance decreased after her mother started a low-sodium diet.
- She now finds restaurant food often too salty compared to others.
Hidden Sodium
- Processed foods often contain excessive amounts of hidden sodium.
- High sodium intake is often due to processed foods, not table salt.
