Our cultural obsession with hydration (Americans drink more water than almost all other countries) has entered a new phase: adding salt to your morning glass of water. Influencers are touting salt water as the latest way to level-up your daily routine, claiming numerous benefits including boosting hydration, supporting digestion and helping to detox your body.
One TikTok influencer went as far as to say, “If you’re drinking plain water, then you’re probably not properly hydrating.”
