Why is it that sea salt for the table contains no iodine. ?

Question

I thought the sea was a rich source of that nutrient?

Answer 1

Just like regular table salt it has to be added. Sea salt is one of the best salts for cooking and it's because they want to sell it in it's most natural form that they don't add anything to it. Table salt is broken down and made fine so through the process they can add what they want.

Great Question!

Answer 2

Iodine is an essential trace element that humans need. It is commonly added to regular table salt, especially in inland areas far from the sea. However, it is present in salt water in quantities that meet human needs, so salt may not be iodized in those areas. I would expect that there is enough naturally occurring iodine in sea salt that it doesn't need to have extra amounts added to it.

Answer 3

Salt which is used as table salt is refined and contains much less Iodine than sea water.I don't know about your country but in India,most salt manufacturers sell iodised salt(some iodine is added to salt).

Answer 4

It depends on the maufacturers.
The table salt that you are using might be synthetically made or that the manufacturer decided NOT to label it in the package, as the percentage in insignificant. Regarding the latter, you would need to check with your country's relevant health authorities on the labelling stuff.