We’re still rolling through #DryJanuary over here, and honestly this month is where a lot of magic happens. Less alcohol, more minerals, cleaner routines, clearer skin, better sleep… you know the deal. But today, we’re leveling things up with something fun, slightly challenging, and totally community-driven:
A 24-hour water fast.
Before we dive in we aren’t doctors or offering medical advice. Always chat with your physician to make sure fasting is safe for you. Everybody’s body is different, and what works for one person isn’t always for another. Cool? Cool.
Now, if you are cleared to do it, a water-only day during Dry January can feel like hitting the reset button. And since we always do things the Salacious way, we’re not grabbing just any water. We’re choosing a hydrating, mineral-rich natural source with personality, purpose, and a little surprise: Borjomi, from the ancient volcanic springs of Georgia in Eastern Europe.
So let’s talk fasting, minerals, and why Borjomi earned the role of “Detox Day Water.”
Why Do a 24-Hour Water Fast?
Water fasting isn’t new. It’s been part of spiritual, cultural, and wellness practices for thousands of years. Today, people turn to short water fasts for reasons like:
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Digestive reset: Giving the gut a break from constant digestion.
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Reduced inflammation: Letting the system relax can lower inflammatory markers.
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Mental clarity & discipline: It’s wild how sharp you feel once hunger calms down.
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Hydration boosting: Most of us don’t realize how dehydrated we are until we stop everything else.
Pair it with Dry January, and you’re giving your body the chance to rebalance from holiday indulgence, late-night bubbly, sugar, and stress.
Now, not all water is created equal—especially when fasting. When you skip meals, you also skip minerals. And that’s where the right water makes a difference.
Why Minerals Matter During Fasting
When you water fast, your body keeps doing… everything. It’s still pumping blood, moving electrolytes, thinking thoughts, flushing kidneys, detoxing through the liver, and keeping temperature regulated. Those processes rely on minerals, especially:
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Sodium
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Magnesium
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Calcium
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Potassium
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Bicarbonates
These minerals are the body’s spark plugs—they make nerves fire, muscles contract, and organs function smoothly. Without them, fasting can feel miserable: headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, or muscle cramps.
Which is why choosing a natural, mineral-rich water is a game-changer for a 24-hour water fast.
Enter Borjomi.
Meet Borjomi: Georgia’s Volcanic Hydration Hero
Borjomi comes from a protected national park in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia, where water filters through volcanic rock for an estimated 1,500–8,000 years before reemerging at the surface.
That journey matters. It loads the water with a bold, distinctive mineral composition that you can taste instantly. There’s nothing bland about Borjomi this is a water with attitude.
Here’s what makes its profile stand out:
🧪 Mineral Breakdown & Why It Supports Detox Day
Borjomi is classified as a naturally carbonated, sodium bicarbonate water with a high TDS (total dissolved solids). Its approximate mineral profile includes:
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Bicarbonates: ~3500 mg/L
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Sodium: ~1300 mg/L
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Calcium: ~90 mg/L
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Magnesium: ~50 mg/L
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Potassium: ~40 mg/L
Here’s why those numbers matter for a 24-hour fast:
Bicarbonates = Anti-Acid + Digestive Buddy
Bicarbonates are natural acid-neutralizers.
During fasting, this can:
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Reduce discomfort in sensitive stomachs
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Help balance pH levels
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Support liver detox pathways
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Ease mild acid reflux
Borjomi’s bicarbonate level is one of the highest of any commercial water, which is why you often see Europeans drinking it after heavy meals.
Sodium = Don’t Sleep on Salt
People demonize sodium, but during fasting it’s essential. Sodium helps regulate:
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Blood volume
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Nerve signaling
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Hydration balance
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Kidney function
Without enough sodium, fasting can trigger headaches or dizziness—Borjomi helps counter that naturally.
Magnesium + Potassium = Electrolyte Helpers
These minerals are supportive players in:
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Muscle relaxation
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Nervous system stability
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Sleep quality
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Stress reduction
If you’ve ever had “fasting cramps,” that’s usually a magnesium or potassium problem—not hunger.
Flavor Profile: The Bonus Nobody Expects
Let’s talk taste for a second, because anyone who has had Borjomi knows it’s not shy.
The flavor is:
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Mineral-forward
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Salty-sweet
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Volcanic
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Metallic in a fun way
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Almost broth-like when warm
Many people describe it as tasting “alive,” because it doesn’t disappear on the palate like purified water.
During fasting, that sensory engagement makes a huge psychological difference. When you’re not eating, a water with flavor and texture feels satisfying.
It gives you “something” without breaking the fast.
How to Do the 24-Hour Detox Day With Us
If you’re cleared by your doctor and ready to join—here’s the plan:
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Pick a day this week
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Stock up on Borjomi (still or sparkling, your call)
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Drink as needed—don’t ration
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Listen to your body
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Break the fast gently with fruit, broth, or simple carbs
Most people find the first few hours are the hardest, then things get easier as the mind settles.
And the next day? Expect better morning energy, reduced bloating, and a surprising sense of accomplishment.
Why Borjomi Was the Detox Day Pick
We chose Borjomi for three reasons:
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Mineral density: Fasting + low minerals is a recipe for misery. Borjomi brings the good stuff.
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Volcanic origin: Waters from deep geothermal systems often carry powerful bicarbonate profiles.
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It’s a “functional” water: Europeans have used Borjomi as a digestive aid for generations dry January is the perfect time to borrow that tradition.
So… Should You Try It?
If Dry January has you feeling curious and ready for a reset, a supervised 24-hour water fast can be an awesome experience mentally, physically, and emotionally.
And choosing a water like Borjomi makes it safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
If you join us, tag us, message us, send pics we love the community we’re building around natural waters and wellness.
Happy Dry January! Stay hydrated, stay curious, and stay mineralized.