Aquarium Salt

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What does it do & is it necessary to add salt?
I remembered reading about this on MFK but couldn't find the thread..
I used to add salt into my tank but have stopped doing so & I see no difference in the fish..

 

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Bump

 

[benzjamin13]

It does help with their slime coat (from what I remember), but I never really added any AS unless my fish are sick.

 

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Does it help increase the healing process of torn fins & scales?

 

[benzjamin13]

It can help in the healing process, but those injuries are so minor that it doesn't really matter. Torn fins and missing scales can heal within a matter of a few days to a week. AS is best for treating Ich, IMO. Also, if a fish seems stressed, it can help as well.