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“Chloride is essential for digestion and in respiration. Without sodium, which the body cannot manufacture, the body would be unable to transport nutrients or oxygen, transmit nerve impulses, or move muscles, including the heart.”

Quote by Mark Kurlansky

Book:Salt: A World History

Work

Salt: A World History

This comprehensive work delves into the significance of salt throughout various epochs, examining its impact on trade, cuisine, and societal development. more

Author

Mark Kurlansky is an American journalist, writer, and editor known for his extensive research on food, history, and culture. He has authored several books, including 'The Fish: The History of Humanity in the Age of the Fish', which won the Pulitzer Prize. more

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