FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF SEAWATER
How to drink Sea Water?
Sea Water has 35 gm. of mineral salts per liter of water. This is a
concentration greater than what our body can withstand. It can be taken like this,
but the mineral load is too great for most people. Therefore
we must drink it in ISOTONIC form (iso = same concentration of salts as inside
the cell). This is 9 grams of salts per liter. To do this, we dilute it with fresh water or another natural drink.
The recommended proportion is 1 portion of Sea Water to 3 portions of water. With this proportion we obtain an isotonic drink that will not cause any adverse reaction. If we want to improve the experience, we can add lemon juice
or some fruit juice.
Why drink Sea Water?
Sea Water has all the elements of the periodic table. Thanks to the Biocenosis
of the sea, they are bioavailable. Microorganisms, phytoplankton and zooplankton
make them possible to be used by our body; In the same way that
vegetables have the nutrients necessary for the life of all animals, thanks
to the transformation of minerals and organic matter in the soil by the microorganisms
present in it.
Is Sea Water contaminated?
Sea Water cannot be contaminated by pathogens of terrestrial origin due to the phenomenon of OSMOSIS. Osmosis is the physical phenomenon by which, if you have two fluids with different concentrations of salts separated by a permeable membrane, the water will travel from the one with the lowest concentration to the one with the highest concentration.
If a bacteria, virus or fungus of terrestrial origin falls into the sea, due to the action of
osmosis, it will dehydrate and be deactivated. This ensures that the Sea Water cannot become contaminated. Osmosis takes time to act. In specific places where
land-based waste is deposited, it is not advisable to drink water. The correct thing is
to look for places where we guarantee that osmosis has had enough time to
act.
Another issue to take into account is pollution. This is the dirt that we pour into the
sea, the garbage that the rivers carry, the detergents, the chemicals that come out of our factories and that we pour into the rivers and these into the sea. Pollution is not contamination, it is inert materials that in some way affect water quality.
The sea has a wonderful amount of life in its depths. It is the biocenosis. They are the billions of microorganisms that together attack these substances and
deactivate them. In a drop of water there are billions of viruses and bacteria as well as algae and animals and many other elements. Just as the biocenosis of the soil
decomposes its elements and makes them available for plants to be
later absorbed by the animals that feed on them, so the biocenosis of the
sea processes all the substances that we throw at it and converts them into
bioavailable elements for us and for all the terrestrial fauna and flora.
And what about heavy metals?
R/ Heavy metals, as well as all the elements of the periodic table, are
present in ADM. They are also in the atmosphere, in the air
we breathe, in the water we drink, in the food we eat. These, to a greater
or lesser degree, are necessary for the correct development of our
cellular functions. Once again the biocenosis of the sea comes into play. Due to their action, all these elements become bioavailable.
Dr. Angel Gracia, in his book "The Dolphin Diet," page 130, says:
"Heavy metals, Perricone, and chelation. When Nicholas Perricone mentions in his book 'Health, Beauty and Longevity' the topics of 'radioactive material and heavy metals' that seawater can inactivate, he doesn't actually explain why. However, he hints that the chemicals in phytoplankton are capable of performing the task of chelation."
I'm Hypertensive. How does it affect my blood pressure?
According to studies and medical experiences of people who consume seawater, blood pressure is not affected by it. What affects blood pressure is the consumption of sodium chloride or common salt. Seawater does not contain common salt; it contains elements from the periodic table in the form of ions. The majority of these are chlorine ions, as well as sodium, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and all other elements. When seawater evaporates, these ions associate and form different salts that make up sea salt, including sodium chloride, calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, and many more. Common salt is the product of a refining and bleaching process of sea salt where all these elements are removed, leaving only pure sodium chloride. While sea salt is a natural food, common salt is a poison that kills slowly but surely.
Dr. Angel Gracia, in his book "The Dolphin Diet," page 124, says:
"Seawater, which maintains its 'salty taste' due to sodium, has diuretic and laxative effects, thanks to the dissolved colloids that stimulate diuresis and facilitate defecation. This benefits people with hypertension, most of whom also suffer from obesity, as it relieves the fluid overload that is more easily eliminated."
How do I store it?
No special procedures are needed to store it. Just as in its natural state, it has been exposed to the open air for thousands of years without being damaged, we can store it at home without worrying about its expiration. The only recommendation is to keep it away from direct sunlight, as this could accelerate algae growth, which would not invalidate its use.
How long does it last?
It has no expiration date. It has existed in its wild state for thuosands of years and should not concern us about spoiling. We just need to ensure that when we collect it, it does not have much organic matter in suspension because this could decompose and give it an unpleasant appearance, which should not be a concern.
How do I obtain it?
It can be collected from any beach or place suitable for swimming. The technique is very simple: Submerge a closed container up to knee height. Once there, open it and let the water fill it halfway. Fats and oils are lighter than water, so they are on the surface. Sediments and sands are found at the bottom. At mid-level, the water is clean and suitable for drinking.
Does it harm the kidneys?
Seawater is diuretic. When ingested in isotonic form, it harmonizes perfectly with our body.
Dr. Angel Gracia, in his book "The Dolphin Diet," page 124, says:
"In 1911, Vincent discovered that the nephron, the renal unit responsible for purifying the blood (each kidney has a million nephrons), functions as a counter-osmosis pump in which optimal amounts of water and colloidal elements, as provided by hypertonic seawater, are essential."
Will it cause dehydration?
Ingested in isotonic form, seawater not only will not dehydrate us, but it will contribute to natural and balanced hydration. We not only ingest water but also all the minerals lost during exercise and daily activities. The body can hydrate more efficiently than with just water. It is the perfect isotonic drink. Our cells are surrounded by seawater.
Will it give me diarrhea?
The liquid defecation experienced at the beginning of seawater consumption is beneficial intestinal cleansing. It is not infectious diarrhea and disappears once the body adjusts to the new levels of healthy salt intake.
Does it cure any disease?
Seawater is not a panacea. It does not cure any chronic diseases. Its main characteristic is that it is the perfect cellular nutrient. Properly nourished cells can perform their self-repair functions optimally.
Are there any contraindications?
None. Being a natural element, it is perfectly assimilated by our body. The only recommendation, as with everything, is to avoid overuse.
What is the recommended daily amount?
It is recommended not to ingest more than 1/2 liter of hypertonic seawater per day. This is equivalent to 2 liters of 1x3 isotonic seawater. Less than this is up to the individual. Since it is not a chemical product, there is no need to fear an overdose. Listen to your body; it will tell you the best dose for you.
Other uses?
Seawater has multiple uses besides being an ideal drink:
• Decongestant for the respiratory tract.
• Disinfectant due to its antibiotic capacity.
• Skin hydrator.
• Ideal for mouth rinses.
• Good for baking.
• As a table condiment for salads.
• For making paellas.
• For cooking pasta.
• For making soups.
• For washing or thawing fish.
• For washing vegetables and fruits.
• To obtain sea salt, the flower of salts.
• For cooking seafood.
Where can I get more information?
There are many websites and videos with valuable information about the benefits of seawater.
You can also visit us on