However, it is important to note that the amount of salt consumed daily must be controlled, as excessive salt intake can be detrimental to health. The National Health Commission of China advises that the recommended daily salt intake for a normal person is 8 to 10 grams, while those with high blood pressure should control it to below 5 grams.
In addition to its culinary uses, salt also has many practical uses in daily life.
1. Adding a teaspoon of salt when boiling eggs prevents them from cracking.
2. Soaking tofu in a mild saltwater solution for half an hour before cooking prevents it from breaking apart.
3. Soaking fish or chicken feet in saltwater helps eliminate any fishy odors.
4. Gargling with saltwater alleviates discomfort caused by gum problems.
5. Brushing your teeth with salt helps eliminate bad breath.
6. Mixing salt, vinegar, and water in a ratio of 2:2:10, then dampening a cloth with this mixture and using it to wipe cutting boards, helps sanitize and eliminate odors.
7. Soaking newly purchased clothes in a saltwater solution for half an hour helps preserve their colors.
8. Saltwater helps remove tea stains from cups.
9. Adding a spoonful of salt and scrubbing with a dry cloth helps remove burnt stains from stainless steel pans.