Why Siwa Crystals Work for Solé

• Mineral-balanced: Siwa Crystals are naturally contains magnesium, calcium, and potassium, making them excellent for creating a mineral-charged solution.
  
• Unrefined & pure: Since they’re unprocessed and free from additives, anti-caking agents, and microplastics, they dissolve cleanly into water without leaving residues from chemicals.
  
• Naturally dry: Because Siwa salt forms in desert lakes and is sun-dried, the crystals dissolve evenly, producing a clean Solé solution.
  

How to Make Solé with Siwa Crystals

1. Fill a glass jar about ¼ full with Siwa Crystals.
   
2. Top up with filtered water (not tap water if chlorinated).
   
3. Cover with a non-metal lid and let it sit for 24 hours.
   
4. Once fully saturated (you’ll see undissolved crystals remaining at the bottom), your Solé is ready.
   
5. Use ½–1 tsp of the solution in a glass of water each morning for hydration and electrolyte balance.
   

⚠️ Note: Solé is meant as a supplemental hydration practice, not a medical treatment. People with kidney disease, high blood pressure, or on sodium-restricted diets should consult a healthcare provider before use.

Siwa Crystals is a natural, unrefined salt, which means it is not fortified with iodine. This salt contains trace amounts of iodine naturally, but the levels are generally low and not sufficient to meet daily dietary requirements for iodine.

Why Iodized Salt May Not Be the Best Source of Iodine

1. Inconsistent Iodine Content:
- The amount of iodine in iodized salt can be inconsistent due to factors like storage conditions, exposure to light, heat, and humidity, which can degrade the iodine content over time. This means that even if you use iodized salt, you might not be getting the amount of iodine you think you are.

2. High Sodium Intake:
- Relying on iodized salt as the primary source of iodine can contribute to excessive sodium intake. High sodium consumption is linked to health issues like hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Balancing iodine intake with sodium reduction can be challenging if iodized salt is your primary iodine source.

3. Better Dietary Sources of Iodine:
- There are more reliable and nutritious sources of iodine than iodized salt. These include:
- Seafood: Fish, shellfish, and seaweed (like kelp and nori) are rich in iodine and offer additional health benefits, including omega-3 fatty acids and other essential nutrients.
- Dairy Products: Milk, yogurt, and cheese contain iodine, especially when the animals are fed iodine-rich diets.
- Eggs: Eggs, particularly the yolk, provide a good source of iodine.

- Sea Vegetables: Seaweed and other sea vegetables are excellent natural sources of iodine and can be incorporated into the diet for those looking to boost their iodine intake naturally

By consuming a balanced diet with these iodine-rich foods, you can meet your iodine needs without relying heavily on iodized salt.