Adding Non-iodised Salt

[vic fish]

I have 2 (small) goldfish.

I do a water change every week and add non-iodised salt to the water I add (1/4 cup per 50L).

I was advised to do this by my aquarium - they said the salt acts as a kind of tonic. They also said that if my fish are looking a bit flat, I could add some salt to the tank. I did this last week (only added a tiny amount) and my fish perked up.

I just wanted to get peoples' thoughts on this. Between water changes is it ok to add a bit of salt? What dosage do you think is appropriate?

When I do water changes I add the other things, like the blue crystals, de-chlorinator, Cycle etc...

Thanks

 

[Corleone]

It isn't necessary normally.

Instead of typing it all out, I'll just link to rabbut's post a few hours ago, since he gave much better info than I could:
http/www.fishforums.net/content/New-to-t...d-Algae-Eaters/

The only thing I ever add to my water normally is dechlorinator.