The Mineral Used to Add Flavor to Food: Exploring Salt and Other Enhancers
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Archaeological evidence shows that humans have been using salt for flavoring and preservation for thousands of years, making it arguably the oldest food additive. This simple compound of sodium chloride is the primary mineral used to add flavor to food, but it is far from the only one; other mineral-based substances also play a key role in culinary enhancement.
