Summer Hydration & Minerals

Living Water: The Importance of Minerals and Hydration for Summer Health

As the warm rays of summer shine upon us, many of us find ourselves outdoors more—gardening, walking, playing with our kids, or gathering for church picnics. It’s a beautiful season of life, growth, and connection. But with rising temperatures and increased activity, there’s a greater demand placed on our bodies—especially when it comes to hydration and the vital minerals that support it.

God, in His perfect design, created our bodies to thrive when given the right resources. Just as a plant wilts without water, so do we. And not just any water—but hydration that nourishes the body on a cellular level, infused with the minerals He created in the earth for our vitality and balance.

Why Hydration Alone Isn’t Enough

We’ve all heard that we should drink more water. And it’s true—water is life! Our bodies are made up of about 60% water, and every single cell relies on it for proper function. But here’s something many people don’t realize:

Drinking plain water without minerals can actually dehydrate you.

That’s right. When you drink a lot of demineralized water (like purified or reverse osmosis water), it can flush out the very electrolytes your body needs to retain that fluid in your cells. Minerals are the keys that unlock hydration at the cellular level.

Without minerals—like magnesium, potassium, sodium, calcium, and trace elements like zinc and selenium—water can’t do its job fully. These essential minerals work together to:

- Support nerve and muscle function

- Balance pH in the blood

- Regulate heart rhythm

- Support detox pathways

- Maintain healthy energy and endurance

So if you’re tired, sluggish, cramping, dealing with headaches, or feeling “off” during the summer months, you might not just be dehydrated—you might be mineral deficient.

Mineral Depletion Is Real—and Common

In our modern world, even the best diets often fall short of providing the minerals our ancestors once enjoyed. Why?

1. Soil Depletion – Today’s crops are grown in over-farmed soil stripped of natural minerals.

2. Processed Foods – These are devoid of nutrients and can further deplete minerals.

3. Water Filtration – Most city water (and even bottled water) is stripped of beneficial minerals.

4. Sweating – When we sweat in the summer, we lose electrolytes. Without replacing them, we risk imbalance.

This is why it’s so important—especially during the hotter months—to intentionally replenish our bodies with both clean, mineral-rich water and supportive whole foods.

Created for Balance: The God-Given Role of Minerals

Minerals are not just nutrients; they are God-given conductors of life. Just as a symphony needs each instrument to play its part, your body needs each mineral in proper balance.

Magnesium

Often called the “miracle mineral,” magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical processes in the body. It calms the nervous system, supports restful sleep, helps with muscle recovery, and plays a vital role in blood sugar regulation.

Signs of deficiency: Muscle cramps, anxiety, poor sleep, fatigue, irregular heartbeat.

How to add it:

- Epsom salt baths (transdermal magnesium)

- Leafy greens like spinach

- Pumpkin seeds

- Magnesium glycinate or malate supplements

Potassium

Potassium is crucial for muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and maintaining fluid balance. It also helps regulate heartbeat and blood pressure.

Signs of deficiency: Fatigue, muscle weakness, constipation, heart palpitations.

How to add it:

- Avocados

- Bananas

- Coconut water (look for unsweetened varieties)

- Sweet potatoes

Sodium (Natural Salt)

Contrary to what the world says, natural salt (like Celtic sea salt or Himalayan pink salt) is essential—not harmful—when consumed in moderation. It works with potassium to balance fluids and support adrenal health.

Signs of deficiency: Dizziness, lightheadedness, brain fog, especially after sweating.

How to add it:

- Sprinkle high-quality sea salt in your water (1/8 tsp per 8-12 oz)

- Use real salt on your food (not table salt)

- Homemade electrolyte drinks

Calcium

Calcium is best known for bone health, but it also plays a role in nerve function, blood clotting, and muscle contraction.

How to add it:

- Sardines (with bones)

- Dark leafy greens

- Raw dairy or quality calcium supplements with cofactors like vitamin D and K2

Trace Minerals

These include zinc, selenium, copper, and chromium, all of which are vital for immune support, thyroid function, blood sugar balance, and more.

How to add them:

- Add a few drops of concentrated trace mineral drops to your water daily

- Eat a wide variety of organic fruits, vegetables, and grass-fed meats

- Supplement with a high-quality fulvic or humic acid mineral complex

Faith-Filled Hydration: Honoring the Temple

1 Corinthians 6:19 reminds us: “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you…?” God cares deeply about our health—not just for our comfort, but so we can fulfill His purpose in our lives.

When we are nourished and hydrated, we can serve better, love more fully, and walk out our callings with energy and joy. Let your hydration this summer be an act of worship—of stewardship of the body He’s entrusted to you.

Refreshing Mineral-Rich Drink Recipe

Heavenly Hydration Lemonade:

- 24 oz filtered water

- Juice of 1 lemon or lime

- 1/8 tsp sea salt

- 1 tbsp raw honey or a few drops of stevia

- Optional: 1 tbsp aloe juice or a pinch of magnesium powder

Shake well and sip throughout your day. Add ice and fresh mint for a refreshing twist!

Summer Reminders to Stay Mineral-Rich and Hydrated:

- Start each morning with a full glass of water + a pinch of salt

- Drink half your body weight in ounces of water daily (e.g. 150 lbs = 75 oz)

- Replenish electrolytes after sweating or exercising

- Use trace mineral drops or natural salt in your water bottle

- Focus on whole foods from the earth—just as God made them

Let this summer be a season not just of sunshine and activity, but of replenishment, rest, and renewal. Just as the Psalmist writes in Psalm 42:1, “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.” May we seek Him as our living water—and steward the physical water He’s given us with wisdom.

As you drink deeply, may your body, mind, and spirit be refreshed—equipped to walk out the good works He has prepared for you.

To your health and His glory,

Dr. Rosie Main, DC, CFMP

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