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The waters
of the Dead Sea are unique compared to other seas and lakes, first
and foremost, due to the high concentration of salts reaching
27% compared to 3% in ordinary seawater. The composition of the
Dead Sea salts is also unique. In ordinary seawater, sodium chloride
(common salt) is the major constituent (about 80% of the total
salt content) the Dead Sea on the other hand contains a significantly
smaller proportion of sodium chloride, the balance consisting
of magnesium, potassium and calcium chlorides and a comparatively
high concentration of bromides.
Many believe that
these other salts, mainly those of magnesium, potassium and bromide
have numerous therapeutic properties. Clinical studies have been
made on the use of Dead Sea Salts for patients suffering from
rheumatism, tendonitis, muscle strains and a variety of skin diseases.
This information has
not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information
is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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