Health expert and biohacker Gary Brecka has advised that adding a sprinkle of mineral-rich sea salt to morning water can support long-term health. Speaking on The Diary of a CEO podcast, Brecka recommended drinking 10 ounces of water with either Celtic sea salt or Baja gold salt upon waking.
Brecka explained that most people are deficient in trace minerals such as boron, manganese, molybdenum, and selenium. He emphasised that table salt lacks these beneficial minerals, whereas Baja gold sea salt contains all 91 trace minerals, and Celtic sea salt offers over 80. A study in the Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology supports that these minerals aid hydration, electrolyte balance, and cellular function.
Brecka warned against table salt, which is mostly sodium chloride and can contribute to hypertension and heart disease. He noted that only about 75% of a sodium crystal is actually sodium, with the rest being trace minerals. Pink Himalayan salt was mentioned as an alternative, but recent research in Food Chemistry highlighted potential heavy metal contamination from certain imports.
Adding mineral-rich sea salt to water in the morning can replenish electrolytes lost overnight, support healthy blood pressure, and improve hydration efficiency, according to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Brecka recommends a teaspoon of high-quality sea salt in morning water to support overall health.
