Everyone knows they need to drink more water, but hydration should be the first step when it comes to building energy, focus, digestion, and detox, not just an afterthought. And that's why Dr. Carolyn Dean’s approach to hydration isn’t just about drinking more water. It’s about drinking with purpose through consistent sipping, mineral pairing, and daily dosage tailored to your body’s unique needs and size.
Hydrate with purpose to help your minerals do their best work. To estimate your ideal daily water intake, divide your body weight (in pounds) by two. The result is the number of ounces you should aim for each day. Remember to factor in the water you’ll use to dilute your mineral supplements. Hydrating options like mineral water, herbal tea, or ReStructure shakes count toward your total. But coffee, soda, and alcohol do not and can increase fluid loss due to their diuretic effects.
Without adequate hydration, even the most effective nutrients can’t deliver their full benefits. Make it a habit to sip water steadily throughout the day, increasing your intake with higher activity levels or more perspiration.
Find Your Ideal Daily Hydration Level:
Your body weight (lbs) / 2 = ounces of water per day.
Supporting hydration isn’t just about water, it’s also about what you pair with it. Adding lemon and sea salt to your daily mineral water can awaken digestion, improve electrolyte balance, and make sipping more enjoyable from Day 1.
Dr. Dean’s hydration strategy centers on one simple but powerful tool: your daily 1-liter sip bottle. Rather than chugging water in large bursts, this approach emphasizes slow, steady sipping throughout the day. This strategy gives your cells time to absorb minerals efficiently and consistently. And the gentle rhythm of hydration supports digestion, primes mineral uptake, and lays the groundwork for balanced energy, smoother recovery, and a more resilient system over time.
Fresh lemon juice is a great flavor boost and a foundational part of Dr. Dean’s hydration philosophy. Lemon gently stimulates the liver and bile production, supports stomach acid balance, and can enhance enzymatic activity in the gut. This is especially important for people starting the Total Body ReSet, as digestion and detoxification often need to be reawakened after years of sluggish metabolism, low stomach acid, or chronic stress.
When added to your daily mineral water, the juice of half a lemon helps prime the digestive system for better nutrient breakdown and assimilation. The citric acid in lemon may aid mineral ionization, helping your body better recognize and absorb key nutrients like magnesium and trace minerals found in ReMag and ReMyte. Additionally, lemon provides a small but meaningful dose of vitamin C and bioflavonoids, which support immune health and antioxidant defense. It's a small habit that unlocks big benefits at all stages of your mineral onboarding.
Unrefined sea salt such as Celtic sea salt or Himalayan pink salt plays an essential role in Dr. Carolyn Dean’s Total Body ReSet approach to hydration. These salts are naturally rich in trace minerals, including magnesium, calcium, potassium, and over 80 other elements in micro amounts. When used correctly, salt doesn’t cause bloating or water retention but actually supports cellular hydration, energy levels, and overall mineral uptake. When added in just a pinch to your daily mineral water, this unprocessed salt helps activate sodium-dependent cellular transport systems that pull water and nutrients into your cells more effectively.
Unlike table salt, which is chemically stripped and often combined with additives, natural salt supports the body’s innate mineral balance. It enhances electrolyte synergy when paired with ReMag and ReMyte, helping the body regulate fluid distribution, nerve signaling, and muscular function. This is particularly useful for individuals with adrenal fatigue, low blood pressure, or those transitioning away from dehydrating substances like coffee and alcohol.
The Total Body ReSet bundle is the original protocol of Dr. Carolyn Dean for resetting nutrient deficiency. Learn more about how these five formulas work together to restore balance, replenish minerals, and help you feel stronger.
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