Most people have a preference for salt in their food, rather than consuming unsalted foods. Some people prefer more salt than others. While this is not considered abnormal, there are cases where the desire for salt is intense and can drive a person to consume excessive amounts of salt. This can be linked to various diseases and at times the salt craving may be the only symptom. What is a salt craving? A salt craving is an intense desire for salt, salty foods or beverages. Although the term salt is commonly used to refer to table salt or cooking salt which is sodium chloride, in broader terms it may refer to a number of other chemical compounds that have a salty taste. It is a social norm these days to consume foods with sufficient salt to make it palpable but this desire for salt is not considered to be a craving. Instead a salt craving can be viewed as the desire to consume salty foods and beverages where the salt content is high, to the point that most people will find it too salty. It is also a deviation from the individual’s normal taste preference for salt. The craving may … Continue reading Craving Salt Meaning, Causes and Diseases