If you’ve ever asked, “Why does sodium show up on my AO Scan?” or “What does hydration really mean in my energetic results?” — this one’s for you. I’m Paige, and I use AO Scan daily for myself, my family, and a global community of practitioners and biohackers. My goal is simple: to move bodies toward homeostasis by identifying patterns in the energetic field and responding with informed, practical actions.
Quick note: AO Scan is an educational tool. It does not diagnose, treat, or cure disease. I use it to notice patterns in the energetic field that often correlate with lifestyle factors such as hydration, minerals, stress, sleep, and movement.
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Why salt belongs in a hydration conversation
Hydration isn’t just about water. Your cells manage water with electrolytes (especially sodium and potassium). In clinical contexts, such as oral rehydration therapy (ORT), sodium and glucose co-transport across the gut wall, pulling water with them. This is a simple yet elegant mechanism that demonstrates why “water + minerals” can be more effective than water alone. PMCDefeatDD
For athletes and heavy sweaters, both too little sodium and too much plain water can be a problem. Exercise-associated hyponatremia (over-dilution of sodium) is a recognized risk; prevention centers on avoiding overhydration and ensuring adequate sodium intake for your specific context. AAFPNCBIPMC
Day to day, your kidneys finely tune sodium and water balance via hormones like aldosterone and vasopressin (ADH). This is another reminder that hydration is a dynamic dance, not a one-ingredient fix. NCBI+1
Sea salt vs. table salt: both deliver comparable sodium per gram; unrefined sea salts retain trace minerals that may affect flavor and color but are present in small amounts nutritionally. Choose quality, but don’t expect trace minerals in salt to replace a mineral-rich diet. Mayo Clinic
What it means when “Sodium” or “Hydration” shows in your AO Scan
When the AO Scan flags sodium, hydration, or specific minerals, I treat it as an informational nudge to check inputs:
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Have you been drinking only plain water? Consider adding a small amount of high-quality salt or a balanced electrolyte to one or two glasses of water per day, especially during or after activity or exposure to heat. This aligns with ORT principles (sodium and glucose aid water uptake). PMCDefeatDD
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Are you over-hydrating? If you chug large volumes of plain water and feel puffy, light-headed, or headachy, scale back and ensure electrolytes are present. Educated athletes often “drink to thirst” and replace electrolytes during prolonged efforts. AAFPPMC
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Patterns over time beat single points. If I change up my salt brand and/or amount, I like to re-scan after a week of a smarter hydration protocol and see if the energetic pattern shifts. Once you start paying attention to the patterns, it becomes much easier to maintain your hydration levels at the optimal level.
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Context matters. Climate, sweat rate, training, caffeine, meds, and menstrual phase can nudge electrolyte needs.
My personal simple hydration protocol (how I test changes with AO Scan)
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Morning mineral glass: 12 oz filtered water + a pinch (⅛ tsp or less) of unrefined sea salt. I also like to add a bit of freshly squeezed lemon to it.
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Movement window: If exercising for more than 45–60 minutes or sweating excessively that day, I use a light electrolyte (see one of the recipes below).
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Mind your meals: Whole food potassium (found in fruits, potatoes, and leafy greens) supports the sodium-potassium balance. I stay keenly aware of this as I put my body in occasional ketosis and eat mostly fat and protein. In this situation, I am conscientious to ensure my minerals are correct.
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Track the pattern: Run AO Scan as usual; note how Hydration/Sodium trends evolve after 5–7 days.
Educational reminder: consult your healthcare provider if you have kidney, adrenal, blood pressure, or heart conditions, or if you’re on meds that alter fluid/electrolyte balance.
Two clean electrolyte drinks I actually use
1) Citrus-Ginger Mineralade (12–16 oz)
Filtered water (12 oz), juice of ½ lemon + ¼ orange, ⅛ tsp unrefined sea salt, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1–2 tsp raw honey (optional). Shake well. Zippy, satisfying, and aligned with sodium-glucose co-transport. DefeatDD
2) Watermelon-Mint Refresher (14–16 oz)
Blend 1 cup cold watermelon, add 6–8 oz water, juice of ½ lime, ⅛ tsp unrefined sea salt, 4–6 mint leaves. Watermelon’s natural potassium helps the sodium-potassium story.
AO Scan twist: I often imprint hydration/mineral-balance frequencies into the water first, then mix. If you’re a practitioner, try a week of this protocol with clients and look for pattern shifts on their subsequent scans.
AO Scan users weigh in on salt
We polled AO Scan users in our Solex AO Scan Official group, and these were some of the top contenders.
- Eden Sea Salt French Celtic
- Jacobsen’s
- Redmond’s
- Baja Gold
- IMO Celtic Salt
- Table Salt (iodine)
*Remember that a company that shares its COAs generally has nothing to hide. Be cautious of heavy metals that can be present in many of the salts on the market.
About My“Salt Blossom” Project (crystal-growth practice)
Part creativity lab, part mindfulness, Salt Blossom is where I document salt crystals after various inputs (hydration, frequency imprinting, intention, and light). It’s not a clinical test — it’s a visually engaging way to reflect on inputs and build adherence. If you’re curious, stay tuned to the www.aoscanglobal.com blog and don’t miss our upcoming findings. It’s incredible what crystal structures do. ,
FAQs I hear every week
“Sea salt lowers blood pressure, right?”
Be careful with blanket claims. Some animal and small human studies have explored mineral-rich salts, but outcomes vary, and the mechanisms involved are not yet settled. What’s consistent is that sodium amount is the major driver; mineral content is minor by weight. Work with your practitioner and get an AO Scan subscription to track your patterns yourself. PMCMayo Clinic
“How much should I drink?”
There’s no one-size-fits-all. Sports medicine guidance emphasizes starting well-hydrated, replacing fluids at a rate near sweat rate, and including sodium when losses are high. Avoid weight gain from overdrinking during events. PubMed+1ResearchGate
“Can you overdo water?”
Yes. Overhydration can dilute sodium (hyponatremia). Watch context, sip to thirst, and use electrolytes intelligently when sweating or under heat stress. AAFPNCBI
*I don’t suggest you do this purposely, but I can tell you that if someone is drinking RO water that is devoid of minerals, along with a poor diet, their AO Scans will be littered with those patterns consistently.
How I integrate AO Scan with hydration in practice
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I review the client’s Hydration/Sodium/Mineral indicators as educational signals, not diagnoses.
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We choose one change (for example, the Citrus-Ginger Mineralade after workouts). And yes, you can use a conventional Gatorade-type drink, but I’m not a big fan of taking in any chemicals unless absolutely necessary.
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We run AO Scan again in 5–7 days and compare patterns. Note that I prefer to run all four reports (Inner Voice, Vital Scan, Body System, and Comprehensive) to gather more data.
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If results still suggest imbalance, we explore sleep/stress, digestive enzymes, mineral-rich foods, or targeted Solex supplements my family personally uses (Prime Methylated Multi, PULSE Niacin, Solex Blue, Solex Gold) and then re-scan to validate the direction of change.
Ready to see your body through an energetic lens?
Ask me for a free demo and let’ me show you how you can use the AO Scan and build your hydration protocol that’s right for you!
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Be Well & Do Good Things
Paige Maurer Wheeler
AO Scan Global Team Leader
Independent Quantum Living Advocate
Author: I’m Paige Maurer Wheeler, AO Scan Global Team Leader, biohacker, purveyor of goodness, and the largest global reseller and trainer of AO Scan technology. The views here are mine, not Solex Global’s. AO Scan is educational technology; it does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Always consult your trusted clinician.