Salt is a key part of our diets. It's also vital for our survival, as dietitian Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD and National Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics previously told USA TODAY.

Salt is a staple in our kitchens, but you don’t have to limit its use to just flavoring food. It’s a true household workhorse. In fact, we’ve found more than two dozen uses for salt beyond the usual ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Kosher salt is a go-to choice for both home cooks and professional chefs. It has a larger grain size, so it's easy to grab with ...

Here is a guide to the different kinds of salt commonly called for in recipes. I mostly use table salt in my cooking, but many other bloggers and cookbook authors prefer kosher salt or suggest ...

In 1938, a new restaurant opened on a busy street in Beverly Hills. Over the years, it grew into an international chain, with locations across the United States and Asia. Today, though, Lawry’s The ...

You've probably noticed that some recipes call for salt while others specifically call for kosher salt. Just salt likely means table salt, such as Morton Iodized Salt, while kosher salt will say—you ...

Salt is a crucial ingredient in so many dishes, adding flavor to everything from homemade pasta sauce and stews to your favorite dessert recipes. Some types of salt are best for boosting the flavor of ...