Replenish Your Energy Naturally: DIY Mineral Elixir for Hormone Balance
Coffee, stress, and even healthy workouts can deplete our mineral reserves. That’s why starting your day with a mineral-rich elixir is one of the easiest, most effective rituals for rebalancing your hormones, hydrating your cells, and calming your nervous system.
Here’s a recipe you can make from what’s already in your pantry.
DIY Mineral Elixir (With Store-Cupboard Ingredients)
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Best Time to Drink: First thing in the morning, before coffee
Ingredients:
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1 cup filtered warm water
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1/4 tsp sea salt (or Himalayan pink salt – rich in trace minerals)
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (with the mother, for gut and mineral uptake)
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Juice of 1/2 lemon (vitamin C supports adrenal health and mineral absorption)
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1/2 tsp raw honey or maple syrup (natural glucose to help shuttle minerals into cells)
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Optional: Pinch of cream of tartar (potassium boost) or a few drops of magnesium drops if you have them
Instructions:
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Warm the water until it’s just hot enough to sip comfortably.
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Stir in the salt, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey.
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Mix well, taste, and adjust for preference.
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Sip slowly, preferably before your morning coffee.
Why It Works: The Science of Each Ingredient
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Sea Salt: Contains over 80 trace minerals that regulate hydration and adrenal function. Sodium is critical for cortisol balance.
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Lemon Juice: Supports liver detoxification, alkalizes the body, and enhances mineral absorption.
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Apple Cider Vinegar: Balances blood sugar and supports digestion and mineral uptake.
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Raw Honey: Provides glucose to help minerals cross the cell membrane, especially first thing in the morning.
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Cream of Tartar (Optional): A potassium-rich addition that supports muscle, heart, and nerve function.
When to Use This Mineral Elixir
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First thing in the morning (especially if you’re delaying coffee)
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After intense workouts or sauna sessions
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During your luteal phase or PMS window
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When you feel depleted, foggy, or anxious
Level It Up
Pair this elixir with breathwork, morning sunlight, or a few rounds of 4-7-8 breathing for an effortless, high-impact start to your day.
Photo: Rodion Kutsaiev