If you are constantly on the hunt for some all-natural ways to reduce stress effectively, chances are you are always coming across listings on the internet that mention taking Epsom salt baths.
Wondering why it seems to be a very popular home remedy for high levels of stress?
Keep on reading this article. Below you will come across the reason why taking an Epsom salt bath is recommended by many, and how you can actually enjoy one!
Make sure that you repost this article on your various social media sites to also get your family and friends — particularly those who are really stressed — know why it’s a good idea for them to take Epsom salt baths.
Let’s first tackle the reason why Epsom salt is called as such.
Epsom salt is not the salty white substance that is often sprinkled on fries. It’s called salt because of its chemical structure. The word “Epsom” is actually a place in England, and it’s from where the first epsom salt was obtained, in particular the natural springs available there.
Making Epsom salt possess beneficial properties are the chemicals in it — sulfate and magnesium.
Sulfate is revered for its ability to remove toxins from the body as well as kill off microbes on the skin. It’s exactly for this reason why Epsom salt baths are often recommended for people with all sorts of skin infections. Those who suffer from athlete’s foot can benefit from soaking their feet in a basin of water with Epsom salt.
On the other hand, magnesium is known to help relax the muscles as well as regulate the rhythm of the heart. This is why magnesium is a mineral that is said to be ideal for people who are stressed.
Due to the properties possessed by sulfate and magnesium in Epsom salt, it’s no wonder why taking Epsom salt baths is highly effective in soothing skin issues as well as reducing stress levels. And by the way, epsom salt is also a popular home remedy for hyperacidity and constipation.
If you want to take advantage of the perks offered by an Epsom salt bath, here are the steps to take:
Fill your bathtub with warm water. Make sure that it’s warm and not blistering hot — your goal is to attain relaxation and relief from various skin issues, not make you more stressed or exacerbate the skin problem.
Dissolve about 2 cups of Epsom salt in your warm bathwater. If your bathtub is larger than normal, you may add another 1/2 cup or 1 full cup of Epsom salt.
Soak in the water for about 12 to 15 minutes — this will give the sulfate and magnesium in Epsom salt enough time to carry out their jobs. But feel free to stay there for as long as you like.
Did you know that you can also add a little Epsom salt to your favorite shower gel or cream for added exfoliating as well as relaxing benefits? And if you have nail fungus, you may soak your hand or toes in a small basin of warm water with about 1/2 cup of Epsom salt dissolved in it.
