7 Reasons to Drink Warm
Salt Water Every Morning
Have you ever heard of Sole water? If not, that’s
okay — lots of people probably have not — but it’s time you learned about this
amazing, 100-percent natural drink.
Sole water (pronounced so-lay), is not a miracle
cure or hip new fad, but rather a life-supporting mixture of mineral rich,
unrefined salt and water that supports the body’s natural ability to regulate
and heal itself. The term Sole comes from the Latin sol, which means sun.
For years we have been told that salt can be detrimental to our health, and the idea of actually drinking salt water may sound more than a touch counter-intuitive. However, a concentrated salt solution made with 100 percent natural salt is healthy and good for your body.
The average American today consumes about 10 grams
of salt per day, which is predominantly sodium chloride (refined salt) from
processed foods. Historically, naturally mined salt played a huge part in the
development of civilizations and trade, and was one of the most sought-after
commodities. Problems with salt consumption have only come into play with the
use of refined table salt and its excessive addition to processed foods.
Yes, natural salt is good for you
The truth is, unrefined salt is actually good for you. It helps to balance blood sugar, helps keep bones strong, regulates metabolism, boosts the immune system, and more. Natural salt provides a number of nutrients and minerals in a form the body recognizes and knows how to use.
The truth is, unrefined salt is actually good for you. It helps to balance blood sugar, helps keep bones strong, regulates metabolism, boosts the immune system, and more. Natural salt provides a number of nutrients and minerals in a form the body recognizes and knows how to use.
Over 80 trace minerals found in the naturally
filtered salt water used to create unrefined sea salt give it its vital grayish
color, and its slight moistness keeps the salt and minerals in a form that the
body can utilize effectively.
What happens when natural salt is added to filtered
water?
Positive ions in the salt surround the negative ions of the water molecules and vice versa. This creates a new structure that has an electrical charge, which is easily absorbed by the body. Water is no longer water and salt is no longer salt.
Positive ions in the salt surround the negative ions of the water molecules and vice versa. This creates a new structure that has an electrical charge, which is easily absorbed by the body. Water is no longer water and salt is no longer salt.
Once ingested, the electrical charge in the
solution works with the body to send electrical signals between cells and
assist the kidneys in maintaining fluid balances.
Drinking a mixture of natural salt and water is
nothing new; it has been used as a remedy around the globe for centuries. Both
anecdotal and scientific evidence support its use for the following:
Hydration: Yes,
we are told to drink more water, and while most people do need to drink more
water, it is possible to drink too much. According to Matt Stone, author of Eat
for Heat: A Metabolic Approach to Food and Drink, consuming too much plain
water can actually cause the body to become over-diluted.
When this happens, it can put a tremendous strain
on the body and slow metabolism. Cellular health is dependent on a particular
concentration of minerals and electrolytes.
When we drink large amounts of plain water,
extracellular fluid becomes diluted, which creates a stress response and the
release of adrenaline.
Stone says, “No other creature is so removed from
its instinctual programming to the point of accidentally over drinking.”
Consuming water with natural salt allows the body to absorb and use the water
you are taking in.
Have you ever watered a plant when it is extremely
dry? The water just runs out the bottom of the pot. Drinking water all the time
is much the same — we just keep on peeing and drinking. A little natural salt
and water slows this process down and allows all the goodness of the water to
be absorbed and used.
Digestion: Salt
water begins to activate salivary glands in the mouth, releasing amylase. This
initial step in the digestive process is highly important. In the stomach,
natural salt stimulates hydrochloric acid and a protein-digesting enzyme, both
of which help to break down food.
It also stimulates secretions in the intestinal
tract and liver that help with digestion. Regular consumption of Sole can help
with regularity and increase nutrient absorption, as well.
Inflammation: The
human body’s basic requirement for salt is 1.5 teaspoons, or 8 grams per day.
If we don’t consume this essential amount of sodium, the body shifts into a
“crisis mode” called sodium-sparing so that it can maintain fluid balance and
blood pressure. This crisis mode is a critical survival mechanism, but it also
has negative consequences.
With low salt intake, an enzyme called renin and a
hormone called aldosterone begin to rise rapidly. If this state is prolonged,
higher renin and aldosterone levels lead to circulatory damage and increased
inflammatory agents in the body.
Researchers have associated an increased risk of
chronic diseases, such as metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and cognition loss
resulting from prolonged lack of salt.
Sleep: The
trace minerals in unrefined salt calm the nervous system. Salt is known to
reduce cortisol and adrenaline, two dangerous stress hormones. This can promote
a better night’s sleep.
Detoxification: Because
of the rich minerals in Sole, it helps the body in its natural detoxification
process. Sole is also naturally antibacterial and can therefore help rid the
body of dangerous bacteria.
Bone Health:
A popular theory regarding osteoporosis and other bone disorders is that the
body uses calcium and other minerals from the bones in order to survive and
neutralize acidity in the blood. Because Sole is full of naturally healthy
minerals and has an alkalinizing effect, it is thought to help improve bone
health.
Skin: Natural
salt contains minerals that can help your skin look and feel its best: Chromium
fights acne and reduces skin infections; sulfur keeps skin clean and smooth,
and can help a dry scalp, eczema and rashes that are often a result of a sulfur
deficiency; zinc promotes rapid healing of wounds, boosts the immune system, and regulates the activity of oil glands;
and iodine helps increase oxygen consumption and the metabolic rate of the
skin.
Minerals: According
to Dr. Linus Pauling, two-time Nobel Prize winner, “You can trace every
sickness, every disease, and every ailment to a mineral deficiency.” Minerals
are the foundation to sound nutrition and health. Without them, no other system
in the body works as it should.
Vitamins and other nutrients do not get broken down
or absorbed when amino acids and enzymes don’t work due to a lack of vital
minerals. Because of our depleted soil and highly-refined diet, mineral deficiencies
are more common than ever. Sole, made with mineral-rich salt, is a good source
of vital minerals, such as barium, bismuth, chromium, magnesium, selenium,
zinc, titanium and B2 trace minerals.
Other noted benefits of Sole water
· Improved energy
· Reduced blood sugar
· Reduced muscle cramps
· Reduced blood pressure
· Healthy veins
· Weight loss
How to make Sole salt water and how to take it
1.
Fill a quart-size Mason jar one-third
full with unrefined, natural salt.
2.
Fill the jar with filtered water,
leaving two inches at the top.
3.
Cover the solution with a plastic (not
metal) storage cap.
4.
Shake and let it sit for 24 hours.
5.
Check in 24 hours to see if all salt
crystals are dissolved, and add a little more salt.
6.
When the salt no longer dissolves, the
Sole is ready.
Store covered on a counter or in a cupboard. The
antibacterial and antifungal properties of the Sole will help make it last
indefinitely.
Add a half teaspoon of Sole to an 8-oz.
glass of filtered water (this can be warm water) each morning, before
breakfast. Taste the Sole — if it tastes salty (like you would expect saltwater
to taste), then it is the perfect amount for you.
If it tastes too salty, dilute with plain, filtered
water until it tastes just right. If it does not taste salty enough, add some
more Sole until the balance is right. You have to trust your senses on this one
— your body knows best! The amount you need may vary each day.
We recommend you consume a whole-foods diet and use
natural salt on your food at a level that tastes good. Researchers have found
that a healthy ancestral diet results in salt consumption in the range of 1.5
to three tablespoons per day, which coincides with the lowest risk levels for
heart disease.
The best natural salt
You can find many kinds of unrefined salt in your local store, but check the label, it must say “unrefined” — some sea salts are still refined. Some good types include pink Himalayan salt and Celtic grey sea salt.
You can find many kinds of unrefined salt in your local store, but check the label, it must say “unrefined” — some sea salts are still refined. Some good types include pink Himalayan salt and Celtic grey sea salt.
We like to use AztecSeaSalt, which is not sold in stores, to make Sole. We
know for a fact that it is high-quality, unrefined, and loaded with the good
minerals and nutrients you need.Learn more about AztecSeaSalt here.
