Tag: Mediterranean sea

With an average salinity of 38-39 parts per thousand, notably higher than the Atlantic Ocean, the mineral-rich properties of Mediterranean sea water have been praised for centuries for their therapeutic effects. This unique composition is the source of both its widely-regarded benefits and some lesser-known potential drawbacks for health.

With average surface salinity reaching around 38 parts per thousand (ppt), the Mediterranean is indeed saltier than the typical ocean average of 34-36 ppt. This higher salt content is due to a combination of high evaporation, limited water exchange with the Atlantic Ocean, and reduced freshwater input from rivers.