In ancient Hawaii, on the island of what is now Kauai, red volcanic clay called Alaea “met” Sea Salt when, during heavy rains, the red clay sediment seeped into the ocean from Kauai’s rivers. When this red ocean water became trapped in tidal pools, evaporation created Hawaiian Red Alaea Sea Salt. This salt is rich in minerals from the sea and volcanic red clay from the earth. The volcanic red clay is high in iron oxide. Hawaiian Red Sea Salt is said to have curative properties when used for sore throats, wounds, body aches, muscle sprains, gum infections and cold sores. It is believed to draw toxins from overworked muscle tissue. This is a beautiful, naturally colored salt. Traditionally, in ancient times, the kahuna lapa'au (healer) and Kahu (high priest) would use 'Alaea Sea Salt for religious rituals to cleanse and bless homes, land, canoes or anything else that required cleansing and blessing! 'Alaea Red is considered sacred, reprensenting both the earth and the sea, since the salt has components of both. Add a little spark to your rituals with this beautiful naturally red salt! This salt is also used widely in hawaii for cooking!