The larger Himalayan salt crystals are hand-crushed to make this holistic, natural salt small enough to be used in a common saltshaker. This salt has all the natural characteristics of the original crystals from which it comes and has a distinctive "alive" taste that's naturally delicious. Slightly pink in color, it contains 84 minerals in a form that can be easily assimilated and metabolized by the body. This salt is truly wholesome and delicious!