Popping probiotics, blitzing kale, and slurping vinegar are the types of 'wellness' hacks that are usually left to the more experimental among us.
But a new trend has gone viral, and it is so popular that evenEngland football stars have been giving it a go.
So what is this latest fashion? According to some, necking shots of pickle juice can help prevent cramps while you're exercising.
When England played Serbia on Sunday, left backKieran Trippierwas falsely accused of dopingby fans on social media, after he was seen consuming a secret liquid some described as a 'magic potion' during his side's 1-0 win.
Kieran had England fans fearing the worst when he fell to the floor with an apparent injury duringEngland's opening game.
Fans are questioning what England full-back Kieran Trippier drank against Serbia on Sunday
Luckily, the Newcastle star was only suffering from cramp, and he swiftly got back on his feet to stretch his right leg, before ingesting the contents of two sachets handed to him by a team medic.
Confused about what was in the sachets, some fans assumed the worst and accused Kieran of 'doping on live television' - before it was revealed that the player had beengiven one sachet of pickle juice and another containing a high-carb drink known as 'fuel bomb'.
The Three Lions' camp has stocked up on pickle juice for the Euro 2024 campaign because the drink is said to have properties that help to combat cramp. It has reportedly been found to stop cramping up to '40 per cent faster than drinking water'.
Though the unusual trick might be new to the Three Lions, it's popular among sports people and A-listers alike, who use the briny mix to maximise their physical output and prevent exercise-induced injuries.
The unusual tincture is the subject of 19.9 million TikTok videos, with people trialing it not only for cramping, but as a co*cktail mixer and gut health remedy.
Last year, it even became a viral challenge after TikTokers took it in turns to try their luck with at the Van Holten Hot Pickle challenge, which saw everyone from Florence Pugh and Amanda Holden hopping on the pickle train.
In one video, American TikToker Joce Bedard, slurped from a litre bottle of pickle juice with a straw, producing affirming 'mmm' sounds at the salty taste.
Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Victoria Beckham have long hailed the benefits of a slightly different but equally wince worthy choice - apple cider vinegar - which is thought boost immunity and curb sugar cravings.
In 2015, the American singer Selena Gomez also described the unsuspecting health hack as one of her guilty pleasures. She said she was so 'obsessed' with pickles that she even drank the brine, though it's not clear this was necessarily for her health.
The ex-Arsenal midfielder, Lucas Torreira, had a bottle of the salty liquid dropped into his hands during the Gunners' 2-0 victory over Chelsea in 2019.
While it may not have agreed with Torreira, who immediately spat it out, American tennis star Frances Tiafoe also swears by the concoction, saying it helped him overcome Grigor Dimitrov in their Australian Open clash.
Pictured: Joce Bedard, American TikTok creator, drank from a litre bottle of pickle juice that her friend picked up for her at the supermarket
Pictured: The TikToker Grace Barry attempted the hot pickle challenge and was blown away by the strong salty taste
Similarly, tennis playerCarlos Alcaraz has been seen on court drinking the rather unpleasant-sounding beverage, most notably during the Spaniard's five-set triumph over Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon last summer.
Though a salty potion might sound a bit bonkers, there is a method to the madness.
A cramp, which is an involuntary contraction spasm, is thought to be caused after intense exercise when sweat sweeps away vital electrolytes, according to Peloton.
The loss of electrolytes and water can lead to muscle cramps, which may be further intensified by extreme heat.
Another theory suggests that cramps are caused by a neuromuscular glitch between nerves and muscles.
Trippier was drinking pickle juice, which is said to help athletes ward off cramp. Above, tennis player Daniil Medvedev left a bottle of the drink on his table during the 2022 Australian Open
Ex-Arsenal star Lucas Torreira drinks pickle juice during his side's win over Chelsea in 2019
Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Aniston are both fans of apple cider vinegar that, like pickle juice, is thought to help with digestion, boost the immune system and curb sugar cravings
How to drink pickle juice
As a shot
A shot of pure pickle juice can be taken to prevent or ease cramp when playing sports. Because of the high salt content it's recommended you only drink around 80ml or 1/3 of a cup.
In co*cktails or juices
A fruit-infused vinegar blend known as 'shrubs' can be used to add tang to co*cktails or smoothies and juices
As an alternative to alcohol
The strong flavour makes it a great option to mix with fruit juices and bitters for a mocktail or with soda as an alternative to spirits
To start the day
A spoonful of apple cider vinegar before breakfast is said to aid digestion throughout the day
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Enter: the 'magic potion' - pickle juice.According to a 2020 study inThe Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, pickle juice has been found to be one of the most effective foods for treating muscle cramps.
The salt contained in the juice can provide a key electrolyte to the body, which can ease a heavy session of sweat-related cramps.
It's also an ingredient in manyin sports drinks, along with other minerals such as potassium, another element which is found in pickle juice that can help you stay hydrated for longer
Pickle juice is also thought to help provide immune support through its impressive stock ofantioxidants and vitamins C and E, which are believed to support your immunity along with other health functions.
Vinegar, which is the main ingredient in pickling liquid, is backed by some research that suggests it could be beneficial for weight management, as it may help to control blood sugar and reduce appetite.
One study in released by BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health earlier this year found that when 120overweight or obese people ingesteddaily apple cider vinegar dosesover a period of between four and 12 weeks, this resulted in 'significant weight loss'.
The salty solution is even thought to prevent hangovers: The Pickle House's Original Pickle Juice is popular with some as a remedy after a night of drinking.
Florence Cherruaultis who is behind swanky pickle juice brand The Pickle House first delved into the world of drinking vinegars while on holiday in New York in 2013, when she ordered a pickleback.
The old-fashioned drink incorporates a shot of whiskey chased with a shot of pickle juice.
Intrigued, Florence decided to go about creating her own pickle juice - 'one that would go way beyond the leftover brine found at the bottom of a jar of pickles'.
It resulted in The Pickle House Original Pickle Juice - brewed for 18 weeks with sliced cucumbers and spices.
Designed to be enjoyed with co*cktails and smoothies, the flavour promises to be 'both sweet and savoury.'
