Discover the Most Extraordinary Uses for Epsom Salt

Epsom salts, my granny’s secret being rediscovered…

Epsom salts, or magnesium sulfate, is a natural occurring mineral first
discovered in a bitter saline spring in Epsom, England. Traditionally
used as a bath salt, these days we can find them in many of our beauty
and household products. Even gardeners use them to improve their crops.

Magnesium and sulfate both play an essential role for your body’s
optimal health. Magnesium plays a major role in over 300 enzyme
reactions, reduces inflammation and improves muscle and nerve function.
Sulfate is important for the formation of brain tissue and joint
proteins, it helps to improve nutrient absorption and flushes toxins.

Did you know that almost half of the Americans have a magnesium
and/or sulfate deficiency? And guess what, Epsom salts can help you
restore magnesium and sulfate levels in your body. They can easily be
absorbed through your skin and that’s why Epsom salt baths became so
popular over the years.

But that’s not all, keep reading and discover how Epsom salts can aid you in your daily life.

Epsom Salt Baths

Soaking in an Epsom salt bath is one of the easiest external ways to
boost your magnesium and sulfate levels and detox your body. Research
studies have shown that magnesium is more easily absorbed through your
skin then via your digestive tract.

Just add 2 cups to your bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes, 3
times a week, to reap the benefits. Do not use soap as it will
negatively interfere with the salts.

To enhance relaxation add lavender essential oil as well.

Benefits of adding Epsom salts to your bath tub:

•    Boost magnesium and sulfate levels

•    Improved circulation and heart health.

•    Improved ability for the body to use insulin

•    Eliminates harmful toxins

•    Relieves body aches

•    Improved nerve function

•    Natural stress-reliever, binds serotonin which creates a feeling of well-being and relaxation.

•    Reduced pain and muscle cramps

•    Improved absorption of nutrients

•    Reduce swelling of sprains and bruises

•    Prevent or ease headaches

•    Soften your skin

•    Soothe itchy and sunburned skin

•    Helps you and your children to sleep better

Foot-hand Soak

Add ½ cup of Epsom salt to a large bowl and soak your feet or hands for about 20 minutes to:

•    Soothe aches

•    Remove odors

•    Soften rough skin

•    Draw out splinters

•    Relieve tired feet

•    Relieve Athlete’s foot

•    Treat toenail fungus

•    Ease gout

Epsom Salts For White Teeth

Combine 1 part Epsom salt with one part water, mix well and brush your teeth and gargle with the mixture to:

•    Whiten your teeth

•    Fight periodontal diseases

To get more ideas how to whiten your teeth, have a look at the article 13 natural methods for teeth whitening.

Exfoliator For Rough Skin

Combine 2 parts of oil (olive oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil are
all good options) with 1 part Epsom salt. Use the scrub on your face,
hands and/or body while making circular movements and rinse with warm
water. Repeat regularly and be patient. This process will take some time
before any visible effects are obtained:

•    Soften your skin

•    Remove death cells

•    Remove blackheads

•    Break down callus

•    Improve absorption of your skin care products

Epsom Salts And Hair Care

Mix equal parts of natural conditioner and Epsom salt. Apply on your
hair and leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse well and let air dry.

•    Thicker hair with more volume

•    Softer hair

•    Treats dry or greasy hair

Laxative, Internal Use

Dissolve 1 teaspoon in water and drink.

Epsom salts can, occasionally, help you with constipation. But before
you start using Epsom salts internally, make sure to check with your
doctor first. You can find here more natural remedies for constipation.

Epsom Salts Around Your house

Epsom salts are not only great for your health… but they are wonderful for many application in your house and garden as well.

Tile cleaner

Make a paste like scrub, and soap scum on your tile will be history
in no time. To whiten your floor tiles mix ½ cup Epsom salt to a gallon
of warm sudsy water and scrub with a brush. Rinse with clear water and
be amazed by the result. You can also create effective cleaning products
using essential oils. You can find all the information in my book Magical Arometherapy.

Keep Raccoons out of your garbage

Instead of laying down dangerous poison that can be ingested by your
kids or pets, try Epsom salts to keep raccoons naturally out of your
garden.

Just sprinkle salt on the garbage lid and encircle the environment as
well and those raccoons will search another place to feast.

Fertilizer

Especially roses, palm trees and tomatoes are a huge fan of Epsom
salts. Just work some Epsom salts into the soil during blooming and your
plant will produce beautiful and long lasting flowers or fruits.

Or add Epsom salts regularly to your watering routine to boost flavor, color and size.

Mix 1 tablespoon to a gallon water and sprinkle and soak each plant.

For a greener, lush lawn, mix 2 tablespoons to every gallon used to
water your lawn. This will also keep slugs and other insects and weeds
under control






























And the list of Epsom uses goes on….

Epsom salts can be found in most drug stores, pharmacies or grocery stores.

As you can see, adding Epsom salts on a regular basis to your life
provides many health benefits, but if you are pregnant or have any
severe health concern, please check with your doctor before using them.