In addition to plain table salt, there is sea salt, pink salt, Himalayan salt, Celtic salt, black salt and more. Some brands claim to offer health benefits because some salts contain additional minerals — or because of certain processing methods. However, these minerals may only be present in trace amounts and you’re likely to get them from other sources in your diet. Regardless of these claims, all salt contains sodium, which if overconsumed can cause health problems. Iodised salt is salt that’s been fortified with iodine, a mineral essential for health — especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women — as well as women planning to get pregnant. Iodine is needed to make thyroid hormones, and iodine deficiency can cause brain damage and mental impairment. Table salt with iodine is widely available, and all Australian commercial bread (except organic bread) is made with iodised salt.