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DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THESE SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS OF EPSOM SALT?

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THESE SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS OF EPSOM SALT?



Did You Know About These Surprising Health Benefits Of Epsom Salt?


Epsom salt essentially is magnesium sulphate by composition. Going skinny-dipping in baths enriched with this mineral compound is the easiest way to reap its vast array of health benefits as it is easily absorbed by our skin. What is even cooler is the fact that Epsom salt is easily available, cheap and non-toxic. A few ways in which Epsom salt improves human health:

1 . Relieves stress

The wise amongst us vouch by the relaxing effect of an Epsom-salt bath. This is because magnesium prompts the body to produce serotonin, our main relaxer and on the side, checks the exciting adrenaline secretion thus helping the mind and body attain peace.

2 . Maintains elasticity of arteries

t is believed that regular Epsom-salt baths prevent hardening of our arteries and formation of blood clots. This contributes a great deal towards prevention of cardiovascular diseases including heart attacks.

3 . Relieves pain and cramps

This is the reason why Epsom-salt is a hit with the athletes. Soaking in an Epsom bath reduces inflammation and eases muscle pain or soreness caused due to heightened activity. As a bonus, headaches can also be treated with Epsom-baths.

4 . Improves nerve and muscle functioning

Both magnesium and sulphur help improve the nerve and muscle functioning by regulating the electrolytes and Calcium usage in our bodies. Expect to feel energised and agile after an Epsom soak.

5 . Helps the body shed toxins

Epsom salt contains sulphur that draws out toxins from our body. A ten-minute-long Epsom-soak can rid the body of almost 20% of the accumulated toxins. This improves the overall health of cells and reduces the incidence of diseases, primarily those of the skin.

6 . Gets rid of foot odour

Several of the beauty salons in the know-how use Epsom salt for pedicure routines. Soaking the feet in warm water infused with Epsom salt is effective in treating athlete’s foot, bacterial/fungal infections, smelly feet and scrubbing away dead cells.

7 . Relieves arthritic pain

Owing to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, Epsom salt is very efficient in the treatment of gout. Add a handful of Epsom salt in a bucketful of warm water and soak the affected body part.










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