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Your Questions, Answered—The Boulder Salt Difference

The Salt That Powers Performance and Taste.

Ready to change the way you think about salt? Boulder Salt is more than just salt—it’s a breakthrough in health and hydration. With 40% less sodium and a perfect balance of essential minerals, Boulder Salt is the first and only multi-salt designed to fuel your body, enhance performance, and elevate flavor. Say goodbye to muscle cramps and bland meals, and hello to the healthiest, tastiest salt on the market.

General

Why does Boulder Salt look different from other salts?

  • Boulder Salt® looks different from other salts due to the fact that it is made up of a variety of salts, rather than just one type. Both the chemical composition as well as the particle sizes of the various salts used in Boulder Salt® are different. If you looked under a microscope, you’d see that some of the salts look like “boulders”, while others are much smaller.

 

Why doesn’t Boulder Salt have iodine?

  • We do plan to offer our product in the future with Iodine. Our current formulation does not have iodine because it tends to have a metallic taste when added to water. If used simply on foods, it does not have that strong of an aftertaste. The initial formula of Boulder Salt® is intended to be used in both water and on food.

 

Where does Boulder Salt come from?

  • The ingredients in Boulder Salt are chosen based on purity, not location. We take 4 different salts and blend them together in a particular ratio to make Boulder Salt. We only use pharmaceutical grade or USP grade salts. Our levels of lead, mercury, cadmium and arsenic are incredibly small compared to pink, grey, or other colored salts.

 

 

How much Boulder Salt should I put in my drink?

  • The precise amount of Boulder Salt® to add to your drink depends on your sweat rate. One quarter teaspoon in a 17-20 oz drink is the recommended starting point.

 

Why is Boulder Salt part of EMS medical protocols?

 

Why doesn’t Boulder Salt dissolve completely in water?

  • The material that doesn’t dissolve are the larger particles of magnesium and calcium. It’s around 4% of the total. These particles do readily dissolve when they are exposed to an acidic environment such as in the stomach. They will dissolve right away if you keep them agitated/stirred up and drink the water with them suspended in it.

Where can I buy Boulder Salt, and do you offer international orders?

  • Boulder Salt® is available online through our website and in retails stores in Northern Colorado, in Kansas and on the big island of Hawaii. Click below for a list of current location:

 

Do you accept international orders?

  • Yes, although shipping charges will vary. Please contact us for a shipping quote prior to placing your order.

 

Can I process an international order on this website?

  • You can have your website order shipped to Australia, Canada, or New Zealand. Shipping charges will vary. Additional countries will be added in the coming year.

 

Do you offer bulk discounts?

  • Yes, we are happy to offer discounted pricing on bulk orders. Just contact us or send us an email with your requirements and we’ll give you a call by the next business day!

 

What are the nutrition facts for Boulder Salt?

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2.0 grams / 1/4 tsp
Servings Per Bag 113
Amount Per Serving  
Calories 0
  % Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 496 mg 21%
Potassium 154 mg 3%
Calcium 75 mg 8%
Magnesium 140 mg 35%
Bicarbonate 242 mg NA
Chloride 750 mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Protein 0g 0%
Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, total sugars, vitamin D, or iron.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients: Sodium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, magnesium oxide.

 

Please explain how Boulder Salt has 40% less sodium.

  • 1/4 Teaspoon of “regular salt” weighs 1.5g while 1/4 Teaspoon of Boulder Salt weights 2.0g (more dense). Once this difference in density is taken into account, the 40% difference can be shown. For example: A typical brand of salt shows 585 mg. of sodium in 1/4 tsp. (1.5g). The sodium in 2.0g is given by 585 x 4/3 = 780mg How much less sodium is in Boulder Salt is given by: 780-480=300 300/780 = .385 or 38.5% less (rounds to 40%)

 

Can Boulder Salt be substituted for other salts in baking and cooking?

  • Boulder Salt® can be used as a 1:1 replacement for any other salt in food preparation, baking and cooking.
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Health & Nutrition:

What type of foods are good sources of electrolytes?

  • In general, food with lots of potassium have little sodium and vice versa. Fruits and veggies are not good sources of sodium, but great sources of potassium.

 

Is Boulder Salt a good way to reduce the amount of sodium I consume on a daily basis?

  • Yes. Boulder Salt® has nearly ½ the sodium per serving than traditional table salt. And it has a ratio of potassium to sodium, that helps the body maintain a healthy blood pressure.
  • YES! Boulder Salt® is much lower in sodium chloride than normal table salt , sea salt, and Himalayan Pink Salt, which are all over 95% sodium, making Boulder Salt a much healthier alternative!
  • Alkalinizing the body means providing the body with a source of alkaline foods/ingredients. It means shifting your body from an acidic state to a more neutral or alkaline state Our normal state of being should ideally be slightly alkaline.

    However, environmental factors, stress, a diet low in fruits and vegetables or high in meats and other processed foods, and especially carbonated drinks, can all push our systems into an acidic state. When your body is closer to an alkaline state, you’ll experience fewer illnesses, be better prepared to fight off disease, and simply feel better. Boulder Salt® is a very alkalinizing mixture of salts.
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Athletic Use & Performance:

Should I use it before, during, or after competing in an athletic event?

Athletes have used Boulder Salt® during all phases of a competitive event. It’s balanced level of electrolytes make it an ideal addition to your electrolyte replacement regime. It can help you shore up electrolytes, hydrate quickly and help prevent or eliminate cramping.

If you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition, consult your physician.

 

What options do I have for taking in Boulder Salt during a workout?

How much Boulder Salt can or should I use a day?

  • It varies depending on your activity level. Up to 4 servings for everyday use, up to 6 servings for endurance athletes. If you are under the care of a physician for a medical condition, consult your doctor first.

 

Can I mix Boulder Salt with my sports drink or add it to my water bottle?

  • Yes. If you’re looking to enhance your electrolyte levels, Boulder Salt® is an ideal way to do so! You will likely be surprised at how mellow it tastes in water alone. It will not significantly alter the taste of most beverages. However, Boulder Salt is alkaline, so if you add it to an acidic drink you can expect to see the drink temporarily “bubble” or foam-up.
  • Most salt products on the market are close to 100% sodium. Our bodies need a variety of electrolytes to perform at optimal levels – not just sodium. Boulder Salt provides a robust, alkaline blend of electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. And in a combination that approximates what should naturally exist in the body.
  • Boulder Salt is unique in that it can be taken alone, added to water, or mixed with other beverages to up their electrolyte value. It also gives you the option to make your own sports drink – adding flavors and/or sweeteners that work for you.
  • Boulder Salt is a soft, mellow-tasting salt. The varying size and shapes of different salts provide a unique taste experience. The tiny calcium and magnesium salts, which are very mild tasting, cover the surface of the sodium and potassium crystals and provide for a mellowing of the familiar “bite” of those salts.
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