Description
The most effective salt water flush recipe for occasional constipation relief using proper 2 teaspoons ratio with non-iodized sea salt. This safe, evidence-based colon cleanse works within 30 minutes to 2 hours by triggering natural osmotic pressure and intestinal contractions. Works for 70-90% of users when prepared correctly with appropriate safety precautions.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons pure sea salt (non-iodized) – Celtic sea salt or pink Himalayan salt preferred, NOT regular table salt
1 liter (32 ounces or 4 cups) filtered water – heated to warm drinking temperature (like comfortable tea, not boiling)
Glass jar with lid (16-32 oz capacity) for mixing – never use reactive metal containers
Instructions
1. Prepare the night before: Clear your entire morning schedule with no obligations for at least 3 hours. Ensure immediate bathroom access and plan to stay home.
2. Morning preparation on completely empty stomach: Do NOT eat or drink anything before the flush. Perform immediately upon waking for best results.
3. Heat water to proper temperature: Warm 1 liter filtered water to comfortable drinking temperature – warm enough to dissolve salt quickly but cool enough to drink without burning. Think warm tea temperature, not scalding hot.
4. Dissolve salt completely: Add 2 teaspoons pure non-iodized sea salt to warm water in glass jar. Seal lid tightly and shake vigorously for 30-60 seconds until salt fully dissolves. Hold jar up to light – you should see NO visible salt crystals or granules settling at bottom. Solution should be clear or slightly cloudy but uniform with no sediment.
5. Drink the solution quickly: Consume entire liter of salt water as fast as possible – ideally within 5 minutes, maximum 10 minutes. The faster you drink it, the more effective the flush. Use a straw if it helps you drink faster. Yes, it tastes very salty and unpleasant – this is completely normal.
6. Massage and lie down: After finishing mixture, lie on your right side for 20-30 minutes if possible. Gently massage your abdomen in clockwise circles (following the path of your colon) to help move solution through digestive tract. Some people find gentle yoga poses like child’s pose helpful.
7. Wait near bathroom: Within 30 minutes to 2 hours, you should feel urgent need to use bathroom. When urge hits, don’t delay – go immediately. Expect multiple liquid bowel movements (3-7 trips) over 1-2 hours as your system completely empties.
8. Rehydrate after completion: Once elimination is complete, drink plenty of plain water or herbal tea (chamomile, ginger, or peppermint) to replace lost fluids. Your body lost significant fluid through the flush.
Notes
CRITICAL SAFETY: Never use iodized table salt – only pure non-iodized sea salt (Celtic or pink Himalayan). Iodine and anti-caking agents interfere with osmotic effect and cause severe side effects.
Measurement precision matters: 2 TEASPOONS per liter, NOT tablespoons. Some sources incorrectly recommend 2 tablespoons which is 3X too much and dangerous.
Timing: Perform only on completely empty stomach first thing in morning. Never do flush if you’ve eaten within past 8-10 hours.
What to expect: First bowel movement typically occurs 45-90 minutes after drinking. Total elimination period lasts 1-3 hours with multiple urgent trips to bathroom. Stools will be completely liquid.
After-flush nutrition: Wait 1-2 hours before eating. Start with gentle foods like bone broth, plain rice, ripe banana, or steamed sweet potato. Gradually reintroduce high fiber foods over next 2-3 days.
Frequency: Use ONLY occasionally (maximum 1-2 times per year) for temporary constipation relief. If you need flushes regularly, address underlying digestive issues through diet, hydration, fiber intake, and medical consultation.
Contraindications: Do NOT attempt if you have kidney disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, GI conditions (IBS, Crohn’s, colitis), are pregnant/breastfeeding, or take medications affecting electrolytes. Always consult healthcare provider if you have medical conditions.
When it doesn’t work: If after 2-3 hours you haven’t had bowel movements, possible causes include insufficient salt, water too cool, drinking too slowly, or individual variation. Wait 24 hours before trying again with adjustments. Never repeat same day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Digestive Health
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Therapeutic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 liter (full recipe)
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 4600mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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