René Quinton, the pioneer in promoting the health benefits of seawater
René Quinton was a French scientist who proposed that life originated in the sea and that the human body is like the ocean. Optimal health can be achieved through marine plasma or microfiltered seawater.
A famous quote by Rene Quinton is: "Life does not submit to the environment; on the contrary, it is the environment that submits to life, to the cell."
This man was considered as famous in his day as Charles Darwin. And it wasn't just anyone saying this, it was the French Academy of Sciences praising his contributions to biology.
This information can be found in a post about Rene Quinton, entitled Rene Quinton, a forgotten sage, by Pedro Pozas Terrados.
Reading this article, we see that Rene Quinton maintained that seawater was very similar in composition to the blood of vertebrates. Therefore, among his many tests, he drained a stray dog of blood and injected it with isotonic seawater. The animal recovered.
His assertion that "marine serum gives cells biological strength to resist most diseases"certainly contrasts with Louis Pasteur's theory in his work on attacking invading microbes, which some consider to be the beginning of the use of vaccines and antibiotics.
An experiment similar to Quinton's was conducted in much more modern times (Quinton was born in 1866 in Chaumes, Brie, France) in Tenerife in 1975. In experiments with dogs, the results were satisfactory.
Seawater contains all 118 elements of the periodic table and is said to be more effective than artificial serum.

More recent experiments were also conducted in Tenerife at the University of La Laguna in 2003. In this case, female dogs were injected with hypertonic water from the Atlantic Ocean after being bled, and all recovered well.
According to Quinton, his experiments quickly gained fame. The malnutrition that children suffered from at that time was reduced. He applied his knowledge to diseases such as typhus, diarrhea, cholera, and tuberculosis, among others.
Quinton was the son of a physician, but he was not a licensed doctor. When World War I broke out, his detractors took advantage of the situation to refute his theories.
Quinton demonstrated in his experiments that white blood cells survive without problem in seawater. Through his Laws of Constancy, he explained that the interior of the human body is similar to the composition of seawater and that if we maintain the elements found in the ocean (pH, salinity, temperature, etc.) within our bodies, we will enjoy good health.
Properties of seawater
In the US and European countries, Quinton seawater, known as "Quinton Plasma," continues to be used to treat various diseases, such as infections, malnutrition, intestinal problems, obesity, and arthritis.
According to Discovery Dsalud magazine, the extraordinary purity of Quinton Laboratories' seawater has been scientifically proven, as it originates in a location with characteristics that make it ideal for therapeutic use, such as solar penetration, the distance between the surface and the bottom, and the temperature in degrees Celsius.
All known chemical elements are found in seawater. Seawater and our internal environment perform similar functions.
Seawater is isotonic, it has the same mineral composition as human blood plasma "because, evolutionarily speaking, we were fish before we were homo."
Plasma is replaced periodically, and if it is clean, the immune system functions better.
Seawater contains micronutrients that cannot be replicated, is alkaline, and is ideal for acidifying diseases as it compensates for excess acidity.
It is also antiseptic, anti-infectious, does not become infected, no pathogenic genes can survive in it, and it is the best natural disinfectant that exists.
Benefits of seawater
The benefits of seawater have continued to be recognized in recent years. Seawater bathing is experiencing a renaissance, and the word thalassotherapy (the use of seawater in health restoration and maintenance) is increasingly being used by people who subscribe to complementary therapies.
The use of seawater as a form of therapy, also known as thalassotherapy, has existed for centuries and was used by the ancient Egyptians. In today's spas, seawater is used and is said to reduce tension and stress, detoxify the skin and improve circulation, promote weight loss and control the spread of cellulite, and even alleviate the discomfort of menopause.
Seawater has a beneficial effect on the following conditions: dermatitis, fungal infections such as athlete's foot, psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo.
In addition, the magnesium content of seawater is strong enough to have a nourishing and calming effect on the nerves.
Seawater, such as that found in the oceans, contains approximately 35 grams of salt per liter of water. This saltwater offers several health benefits, although it should be noted that excessive consumption of seawater, or saltwater for that matter, can potentially lead to certain illnesses such as hypernatremia.
Reasons to drink seawater
At the digestive level, salt water begins to activate the salivary glands in the mouth, releasing amylase. This initial step in the digestive process is very important. In the stomach, natural salt stimulates hydrochloric acid and a protein-digesting enzyme, which help break down food. It also stimulates secretions in the intestinal tract and liver, which aid digestion.
As for the nervous system, the minerals in salt calm the nerves by reducing cortisol and adrenaline, two dangerous stress hormones.
Regarding bones, a popular theory regarding osteoporosis and other bone disorders is that the body uses calcium and other minerals from the bones in order to survive and neutralize acidity in the blood. Because seawater is full of naturally healthy minerals and has an alkalizing effect, it helps improve bone health.
Natural salt also contains minerals that help the skin look and feel radiant. sulfur keeps the skin clean and soft and can help keep the scalp dry, acts against eczema and rashes, which are often the result of a deficiency of sulfur and zinc, promotes rapid wound healing, stimulates the immune system, and regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands.
Another positive aspect of drinking seawater is related to the respiratory system.Sea salt is effective in reducing inflammation in the respiratory system. This slows down the production of phlegm. Some say that sprinkling sea salt on the tongue after drinking a glass of water is as effective as using an inhaler. But the good thing about sea salt is that it has no side effects when taken in moderation.
The ideal ratio for drinking seawater that we recommend is: 20 ml of seawater (clean, not from beaches) + 50 ml of mineral water. Drinking 70 ml provides clean plasma.
In conclusion, we can say that sea salt is becoming increasingly popular, as it contains many essential minerals that our bodies need to stay healthy. This natural salt is also healthier than the iodized salt available on the market.
At Biosalud, we recommend that all our patients consume 20 ml of seawater mixed with 50 ml of mineral water to improve and maintain their health. It also has very beneficial effects on children, who should take 10 ml of the mixture indicated for every 10 kg of body weight.