Benefits Of Using Epsom Salts In Your Bath

By Author: Deborah Nelson
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Almost all of us are aware of the importance of calcium and iron in our bodies but what about magnesium requirements. It is in fact one of the elements that is found in abundance in the human cells. Magnesium is crucial to the functioning of the human body and in controlling diverse body functions such as elimination of harmful toxins, muscle control, energy production and electrical impulses. There are many individuals who suffer from a deficiency of magnesium. So, one of the tried and tested methods of raising the levels of magnesium is by taking a bath in Epsom bath salts.



Research conducted by the National Academy of Sciences, suggest that the drop in the magnesium levels has led to the onset of several diseases such as digestive maladies, heart diseases, illnesses that result out of stress, chronic fatigue, joint pain and arthritis. There has been a drastic drop in the magnesium levels over the last century. This is largely owing to the fact that there has been a drastic drop in the magnesium levels in the diet of the Americans. The American diet ...
... of the day comprises mainly of salt, fat, protein and sugar which also increases the depletion of the magnesium levels in the body.



Epsom salt is also known as hydrated magnesium sulfate. The salt is considerably rich in sulfate and magnesium. High levels of magnesium can be acquired by taking a bath in Epsom salts. The sulfates have an important role to play in the creation of the brain tissue, proteins that form the lining of the digestive tract and the joint proteins. They induce the pancreas to create the digestive enzymes. These ingredients help in the detoxification of the body and help to remove environmental contaminants and medicines.



There are several benefits of using salt scrubs containing Epsom salts:


• These greatly improve circulatory and cardiac health thus reducing the chances of blood clots, irregular heartbeats, hardening of the arteries and considerably lower high blood pressure levels.


• Eliminates heavy metals and flushed toxins from the cells, thus helping body to flush out all the harmful elements and thus comparatively ease any instances of muscle pain.


• It increases the ability of the body to utilize the insulin, thus considerably reducing the occurrence and a severe diabetic condition.


• It relieves an individual of stress. Magnesium is indispensable for the human body and is necessary to bind the necessary amount of serotonin. The latter acts as a mood-elevating chemical in the brain and leads to a feeling of relaxation and wellbeing


• It also improves nerve function with the help of electrolyte regulation. Calcium acts as a conductor of electrical current and magnesium is necessary to maintain the proper levels of calcium in the body.


• It also leads to better oxygen use


• It helps in the formation of brain tissue, joint proteins and mucin proteins


• It considerably reduces muscle cramps and inflammation


• Reduces migraine headaches


• Leads to greater absorption of essential nutrients


Thus, the use of Epsom bath salts can serve to increase the magnesium levels in the body and offer multiple benefits.



About the author: Deborah Nelson works as a dermatologist in the USA. She recommends the use of Epsom bath salts on a regular basis to acquire the necessary amount of magnesium for the body. She has also published a number of her articles thus helping her readers to deal with various dermatological issues and extending much needed lifestyle help.