The wonders of Epsom Salt have been well-known for hundreds of years. It has been used as a natural remedy for a number of ailments, and for many beauty, gardening and household uses.
Some of the uses for this everlasting remedy:
- Soothing sore muscles, achy joints, cramps and bruises
- Relaxing the nervous system
- Exfoliate skin
- Healing cuts
- Treating colds and congestion
- Drawing toxins from the body and reduce swelling
- Fertilize your lawn and plants
- and much more
What is Epsom Salt?
Epsom Salt is made of two components – Magnesium and Sulfate.
Our bodies need Magnesium for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body, therefore, making Magnesium essential to maintain good health. Magnesium relaxes our muscles, and creates Serotonin in our bodies. Serotonin is a mood-elevating chemical within the brain, which helps our bodies feel calm and relaxed.
Low magnesium is typically due to decreased absorption of magnesium in the gut. Alternatively it could be an increased excretion of magnesium in the urine. Deficiency in magnesium may cause fatigue, muscle cramps, mental problems, irregular heartbeat and osteoporosis.
How can Epsom Salt help the body?
Stress drains the body of Magnesium. Epsom Salt is full of Magnesium, and therefore considered a natural stress reliever. When dissolved in warm water, our skin absorbs the Magnesium Sulfate in Epsom Salt. As a result, it replenishes the levels of Magnesium needed in the body. The salt also draws toxins from the body, sedates the nervous system, reduces swelling, and consequently, relaxes muscles.
Unlike other salts, Epsom Salt has beneficial properties that can soothe the body, mind and soul.
How to use Epsom Salt?
To turn your bath into a luxurious spa treatment, add 1-2 cups of Epsom Salt into your warm water. Then soak for 15-20 minutes. Try to add 1 cup of baking soda to the tub as well, to alkaline your body.
Add Essential Oils to your Epsom Salt bath
To turn this experience to a more profound one, add a few drops of essential oils. Simply mix several drops of essential oils of your choice with the salt, and add it to your bathwater.
Here are a few more suggestions for oils that can help with muscle tension, mood and sleep: Aromatouch blend, Copaiba and Deep Blue.
Furthermore, therapeutic oils such as Lavender essential oil and Frankincense can promote relaxation and stimulate healing. You can also try any other essential oil(s) that you enjoy.
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Finally, now go and have an Epsom salt bath… you deserve it! Before you go though… check out what else Heavenly Embrace is offering:
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Love and Light,
Liraz
Liraz Bergman-Turner is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Reiki Master and Reflexologist. She is the owner of Heavenly Embrace Wellness, a massage and energy healing practice in Boulder, CO.
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