Question

Why hasn't my coach referred to the salt?  

Answer 1

My only complaint about IP- every clinic does different things, coaches differently, charges differently. And before you all jump all over me again - it is the truth and it’s frustrating!  

Comments

No jumping but what is the purpose of the salt intake?  

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@chokedamp - This is a very low sodium eating plan. so you need salt. I'm sure someone has the full answer, but not having the salt can be dangerous/harmful.  

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@ansell6 yes low sodium will make you very sick, and can cause mental instability

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@nikethamide wondering why she dismissed it

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@chokedamp I don’t know

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Do you take any medications? Not all clients can have the IP salt due to certain medications

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@jalisajalisco83 not true.  

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@leticia, Please don't try to correct me when you obviously do not know what you are talking about. I am a clinic owner and trained coach.  

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@jalisajalisco83 I am interested in your take on the different coaching styles or lack of, costs and extra fees. Perhaps you can clear this up for those of us with questions?  

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@jalisajalisco83 my son-in-law is not on any medication and he got the salt from the IP diet.  

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@nikethamide, as far as cost and extra fees, I can't say. Most clinics set prices and fees according to guidelines set forth by Ideal Protein. Coaching styles differ from coach to coach due to different personalities, but every coach should be a trained and certified coach through Ideal Protein. I really feel every client should reach out to their coach with their questions. not here where people who are not qualified (following the protocol now or in the past does not qualify you). If you feel you are not receiving proper coaching reach out to the clinic owner or Ideal Protein support.  

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@leticia, Exactly. He is not on a medication that may interfere with any medications therefore he would receive the IP salt as a mandatory supplement for phase 1. There are clients on medications that prevent us from giving them this supplement and/or the potassium supplement.  

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@jalisajalisco83 so what is wrong with plain old table salt with iodine?  

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@chokedamp, the IP Salt is not only has iodine, but has potassium in it, unlike plain old table salt

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@jalisajalisco83 thank you! makes sense.  

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@jalisajalisco83 yes, a few, , , , she didn't show any concern.  

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@chokedamp you're welcome.  

Answer 2

It is on the sheet. I use Sea Salt, not IP salt; I'm not even sure if they sell IP salt at my clinic.  

Comments

@ansell6 pink Himalayan salt can be bought at sprouts, Walmart, probably any big grocery store.  

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@oleograph - Yes it can. I actually get a variety of Sea Salt from a local specialty store (they are online so I have them shipped). My favorite Sea Salt from them is Ghost Pepper.  

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Halley, the salt is considered a supplement because it has added potassium and magnesium. So, it most definitely should be taken daily - but only 1/4 tsp!  

Answer 3

I think leg cramps in part are caused by decreased potassium

Answer 4

If you are on certain medications for high blood pressure you are not supposed to use the IP salt. I'm not sure what all of them are but I am on Valsartan and am not supposed to use the IP salt so I use sea salt instead.  

Answer 5

Hmmm. I’m on BP Mets because of a heart attack and was never told that

Comments

@nikethamide, not all BP meds require us to omit the IP salt.  

Answer 6

The Ideal salt has potassium in it also. You should be taking the pill potassium and using the Ideal Salt as directed on the sheet. Sea salt can also be used but not in place of Ideal Salt. If you are on certain blood pressure meds, your coach may direct you not to use the Ideal Salt, the potassium or both - depends on your meds.  

Answer 7

She should give you the IP salt! Since the typical American diet makes us hold so much water, on the IP diet you will not be bloated with water! In the process of losing that water you will also lose a lot of sodium but also potassium! IP salt has both to replenish to keep your electrolytes in balance! If she doesnt give you any get some Morton Lite salt, it's the same thing.  

Comments

@belamy, if her coach is trained and certified and had the client complete the health profile she will know more than you as in whether or not the IP salt is appropriate for her to take. Not all clients can take the IP salt and/or the Potassium supplements. There is a reason clients need to complete the health profile and make sure they notify their coach with any medication changes while on protocol.  

Answer 8

The body needs salt.  

Answer 9

My old coach had me on the IP salt. When I switched coach’s she took me off IP salt and now I take the sea salt I am in BP meds as well. But I also don’t take potassium never knew why though

Answer 10

Because it is nasty! Haha! I just use sea salt.  

Comments

When do you take it and how much and how? things my coach should be telling me. grrrrrrrrrr

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@chokedamp I think it's 2 tsp a day and just put it in whatever you're eating or take it with water esp if you have a headache.  

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@shaving6089 thank. A LOT!  

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@chokedamp best of luck!