Food scientist Morrine Omolo told Southern Living, "Adding salt to water doesn't make it boil faster. At the concentrations typically used in food, it increases the boiling point." In fact ...

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Keeping your stairs safe and ice-free during winter can feel like an uphill battle—especially if you're avoiding traditional rock salt. While salt is effective at getting rid of ice on sidewalks and ...

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A viral video showing how nine Food Network chefs salt their pasta water has gotten people talking – and prompted questions about just how much salt a person should be using when making spaghetti.

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Concocting a mixture of some baking soda, salt and vinegar to douse your drain in can also work a treat if it's left overnight and rinsed with boiling water the next day. Or if you don't fancy ...