Which Country Uses the Most Bamboo Salt?
                                
                                
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                                South Korea holds a dominant position in the global bamboo salt market, accounting for a significant share of both production and consumption. The practice of making bamboo salt, known as *jukyeom*, originated in Korea over a thousand years ago with Buddhist monks using it for therapeutic and medicinal purposes. This article explores the cultural significance and market dynamics of this traditional Korean condiment.