Nairobi, Jan. 7 -- From gym lockers to office desks across the country, jars of pink salt and fiery red pepper are appearing as the latest wellness hack. But can a glass of warm water with Himalayan salt and cayenne pepper really flush toxins, boost metabolism, promote weight loss, and lower high blood pressure?

According to experts, the answer is no.

"There is no scientific evidence to prove that a combination of warm water, Himalayan salt and cayenne pepper helps with weight loss, detoxification or hypertension management," says Kepha Nyanumba, a consultant nutritionist at Crystal Health Consultants in Upper Hill.

Sustainable results, he adds, are far more likely to come from long-term lifestyle changes than from quick-fix wellness t...