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Sam Hopes

Adding salt to your water is trending, so I tried it — and here's what happened after just two weeks

A photo of a woman holding a water bottle.

It’s not just a TikTok trend, everyone. Naturally, though, TikTok has picked it up and sent the #saltwater trend skyrocketing. People have been adding salt to their water for decades, and there are reported benefits, like boosting hydration and restoring lost minerals in the body.

I exercise roughly five times a week, enjoying activities like hot yoga and CrossFit, which means I sweat — a lot. Sweating can cause dehydration if those lost electrolytes aren’t replenished, and I’ve heard that adding a pinch of salt to your tap water could do the trick.

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