Vancouver Central Daily: "Salt Merchant Prefers It Over Billions in Salary"

Vancouver Central Daily: "Salt Tycoon Prefers It Over Billions in Salary"

It's reported that a former stock trader, who once earned billions, is now selling salt in Vancouver. We interviewed Mr. Choi, who has an unusual background, about how he became a salt merchant in Vancouver.

Q: What brought you to Vancouver?

A: After 10 years in the corporate world, I decided to take a break and moved to Vancouver with my family. Like many others, we considered factors like our children's education and a pleasant living environment.

Q: What kind of work did you do in Korea?

A: I worked at a securities company, trading derivatives such as futures and options. It was a job that involved trading to make a profit.

Q: Trading is known to be a high-stress job, but it's also lucrative. How successful were you in the industry?

A: It's a stressful job with daily performance evaluations, but if you do well, the rewards are substantial. I received a salary that was unimaginable for an ordinary salaried worker.

Q: It sounds like a competitive world. How did you end up selling bamboo salt in Vancouver? It seems unrelated to trading in a securities firm.

A: Yes, you're right. There's no direct connection. Even I didn't expect to be selling salt in Vancouver. ^^

In fact, I learned about Insanga Bamboo Salt a few years ago when a family member in Korea was unwell. After trying the salt myself, I was captivated by its unique flavor and benefits. That's when I thought of bringing it to Vancouver.

Q: So, did you bring it for personal use rather than selling it?

A: Yes, initially, I brought it for my family and friends in Vancouver, wanting to share this excellent salt. As more people became interested, I realized there was a growing demand for bamboo salt.

Q: There are many bamboo salt companies; why did you choose Insanga Bamboo Salt?

A: It's the original and the largest bamboo salt company in Korea. It's listed on the KOSDAQ, making it a reputable company. More than anything, I was drawn to the philosophy and medical practices of its founder, Mr. Kim Il-hoon. He dedicated his life to making bamboo salt to treat various chronic diseases for the less fortunate.

Q: How is bamboo salt made, and what makes it special?

A: It starts with putting sea salt from Korea's West Sea, richer in minerals than the famous French sea salt from Guérande, into bamboo, and then baking it at over 1600 degrees Celsius. This process removes impurities and enhances mineral content, turning it into a powerful alkaline salt. The quality of bamboo salt varies based on how many times it goes through this baking process. The highest quality bamboo salt is baked nine times, a method invented by Mr. Kim Il-hoon. This process takes almost a month and involves meticulous manual work, making it a pricey product. However, it results in the world's most valuable salt, known for its healing properties.

Q: Isn't too much salt harmful? Is it okay to consume bamboo salt in large quantities?

A: There are many misconceptions about salt. I used to prefer a very bland diet, but I realized that was a misguided belief. When we are hospitalized, the first thing done is usually an intravenous drip with 9% saline solution. Salt is essential for our bodies; the problem lies in the quality of salt. Refined salt is essentially sodium and is a chemical substance. Insanga Bamboo Salt, on the other hand, is made by baking in high temperatures, removing impurities, including microplastics from polluted seawater. It transforms into mineral clusters, making it safe to consume even in large quantities. In fact, it often helps improve various health conditions.

Q: When thinking of bamboo salt, toothpaste usually comes to mind first. Is it beneficial in areas other than oral health?

A: Yes, that's correct. Bamboo salt is good for oral health and the digestive system. I remember my grandmother giving me saltwater when I had an upset stomach. Bamboo salt is especially effective for people with digestive issues or stomach problems.

Bamboo salt is an alkaline food that helps balance an acidic body. It purifies the blood, improving various conditions related to blood vessels.

My friends often tease me, calling me a "medicine man" because of my passion for bamboo salt. But I enjoy spreading the word about its benefits. ^^

Q: You do seem like a "medicine man" ^^ You're really passionate about bamboo salt. What are your future plans?

A: While bamboo salt's efficacy has been proven in Korea for decades, it's still relatively unknown in the global market. Vancouver, where I live, is a melting pot of various ethnicities, with Asians having significant purchasing power and health-conscious seniors among the Caucasian population. I believe it's an ideal environment to introduce the superiority of bamboo salt to people from different countries. Therefore, I plan to gradually penetrate the local market. I'll market bamboo salt as the best K FOOD. Just as I competed fiercely in the world of finance for a decade, I'll now take on the challenge of promoting Insanga Bamboo Salt as the world's best salt in Canada.