Celtic sea salt retains about 80 vital trace minerals that are not present in table salt. Your body naturally uses sodium to maintain fluid balance and to perform many biological processes. When you do not consume sufficient salt to replace the minerals or electrolytes you lose in your sweat, tears and urine, you can throw your body out of its balanced state. Add a pinch of Celtic sea salt to your water to replenish your body with these minerals and to maintain a healthy fluid balance. Read more at LiveStrong.com.