What does the proverb HELP YOU TO SALT HELP YOU TO SORROW mean?????

Salt was once a highly valued commodity, much like all the
other spices.  Because they were rare, all such seasonings were used sparingly by the
poor and a sign of wealth for the rich.  The superstisions regarding salt, in
particular, range from warding off witches to proving a young girl's virginity.  In this
case, passing the salt or salting someone else's food was akin to cursing them.  I know,
it seems so ridiculous today; however, in older times, when things didn't always have
scientific explanations like we have now, people felt the need to do and believe such
superstitions.  I presume you may be asking becuase you're reading the poem by this
title.  If not, you might be interested in reading it.  I've posted the link
below.