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Japanese pink salt and ice drink served
Paula Pinkmann

Japanese Pink Salt and Ice Recipe

A simple 4-ingredient morning ritual to reduce bloating, increase hydration, and support metabolism. Inspired by Japanese wellness culture, this no-cook drink is a fast, refreshing way to kickstart your day.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 Drink
Course: detox, Drinks
Cuisine: Japanese, wellness
Calories: 5
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 tsp Pink Himalayan salt Fine ground
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 8 –10 oz Filtered cold water Chilled preferred
  • 4 –6 Ice cubes

Equipment

  • 1 tall glass For mixing and serving
  • 1 Spoon or Stirrer To blend ingredients

Method
 

  1. Fill a tall glass with cold filtered water and ice cubes.
  2. Add fresh lemon juice to the water.
  3. Sprinkle in the pink Himalayan salt.
  4. Let the mixture sit for 1–2 minutes to dissolve minerals.
  5. Stir gently and sip slowly. Best on an empty stomach.

Notes

Best consumed in the morning to support hydration and digestion.
Avoid drinking right before bed if you’re sensitive to sodium.
Try optional add-ins like ginger, mint, apple cider vinegar, or matcha for variation.
Great for reducing bloating and curbing cravings naturally.