195. Michael Sileck: Sea Salt Benefits, Mineral Depletion & Soil Health Crisis
195. Michael Sileck: Sea Salt Benefits, Mineral Depletion & Soil Health Crisis  
Podcast: The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka
Published On: Tue Aug 26 2025
Description: Gary Brecka and Michael Sileck team up to expose the dangerous myths surrounding salt while revealing how mineral-rich sea salt is becoming the secret weapon against soil degradation and human health decline. Discover the fascinating process of heritage salt creation that preserves over 90 trace minerals, why table salt is toxic to both soil and human health, and how the same ocean minerals that sustained ancient civilizations are now being used to restore America’s farmland!  BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3BsFQds Join the Ultimate Human VIP community for Gary Brecka's proven wellness protocols!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg References on Low Sodium Intake:  https://bit.ly/4mJ04Cg  https://bit.ly/41jdNY3  Connect with Baja Gold: Connect with Baja Gold: Website: http://bit.ly/47MnodQ Instagram: http://bit.ly/4fThYQ9 TikTok: http://bit.ly/4fWgeWH Facebook: http://bit.ly/4lLjIMK Connect with Sea-90: Website: http://bit.ly/4oKYS2O Instagram: http://bit.ly/4n4XaI4 TikTok: http://bit.ly/4mZnMdl Connect with Michael Sileck: LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4mviEh7 Thank you to our partners H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV EIGHT SLEEP: SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP: JOIN AND GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW MASA CHIPS: 20% OFF FIRST ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y VANDY: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/49Qr7WE A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn CARAWAY: “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S BIOPTIMIZERS: “ULTIMATE” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/4inFfd7 RHO NUTRITION: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/44fFza0 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC GENETIC TEST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps: 00:00 Intro of Show 01:58 Why is Soil Health Important to Your Health? 06:18 Farming Practices that Support Healthy Soil 12:49 Sea Salt as a Fertilizer and Mineral Source 14:51 Heavy Metals on Salt 16:18 Where is Sea Salt Harvested? 24:15 Salt is the Electricity of Life 28:28 Myths about Salt 30:35 Importance of Minerals in Our Cellular Physiology 33:45 Poor Human Health as the Result of Mineral Deficiency 36:22 Outcomes of Using Sea Salt in Farming 38:11 Low Salt Does Not Mean Heart-Healthy 42:28 Harvesting Mineral Unrefined Sea Salts 46:16 Three Types of Salt 51:34 Salt and Hydration 52:52 Recommended Sodium Level 54:46 Industrial Processing of Foods 57:21 What’s Next for Baja Gold? 59:29 What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?” Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation.  Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices