A doctor has been applauded for sharing her ‘unlikely’ remedy to cure persistent headaches.
Dr Janine Bowring, known online as @j9naturally, recommended a simple and swift technique that could bring rapid relief without relying on medicine from the pharmacy.
In her enlightening video, the doctor suggests: “Put a pinch of sea salt under your tongue and follow that up with a good quality water, either mountain spring water or reverse osmosis water that has been re-mineralised.” She explained the beneficial impact this can have by stating, “This will help to rehydrate your brain. Your brain has the highest requirement for hydration of all the parts of your body. It’s going to do wonders.”
TikTok users have quickly taken to the comments section to express their amazement and gratitude. One person exclaimed: “What sorcery is this! It worked in seconds.” Meanwhile, another offered additional advice: “People forget that after you drink it you have to drink a good amount of water not just one glass.”
A third grateful individual commented: “I just tried this but just put the salt in water and my headache is gone after two days! Thanks so much.” An equally impressed user said they found success even with normal salt, stating: “I mixed regular salt in some water and it worked.”
This surprising contribution came hot on the heels of a nutritionist sharing a vital ‘health hack’ aimed at maintaining optimal mental and physical health throughout life – and it’s a routine easily maintained. The National Academy of Medicine has issued guidelines suggesting that men should aim for roughly 13 cups and women for nine cups of water a day to maintain optimal health, with one cup measured as eight ounces.
Their statement notes: “Higher amounts may be needed for those who are physically active or exposed to very warm climates. Lower amounts may be needed for those with smaller body sizes.” The advice from the experts is clear: “Water is an essential nutrient at every age, so optimal hydration is a key component for good health. Water accounts for about 60% of an adult’s body weight. We drink fluids when we feel thirst, the major signal alerting us when our body runs low on water.”
They also addressed common drinking habits, saying, “We also customarily drink beverages with meals to help with digestion. But sometimes we drink not based on these factors but on how much we think we should be drinking. One of the most familiar sayings is to aim for “8 glasses a day,” but this may not be appropriate for every person.”
It’s crucial to recognise dehydration signs which can appear even with just a 2% water deficit, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, confusion, short-term memory loss, and mood changes. Neglecting proper hydration can escalate the risk of various health complications like urinary tract infections, kidney stones, gallstones, and constipation.