Case for using bath salts (even in the shower)
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We may think of soaking in a bath of salts only as a last resort when we have sore, over worked muscles or are sick and desperate for relief. But consider some of the other benefits of bath salts:
Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt) is the #1 ingredient in most bath salts. Magnesium, which doctors now say many people are lacking in, is usually obtained through natural water sources (hard water), green vegetables and whole grains. It is needed for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body: Normal muscle and nerve function, heart, immune system, strong bones, it also helps maintain blood sugar levels, normal blood pressure and is involved in energy metabolism to name a few. Epsom salt in the bath helps relieve muscle and joint aches and is also used to relieve constipation and aid digestion. It is the quickest way (and least expensive) to obtain magnesium into your system because your skin, being your largest organ, is much quicker than your stomach to absorb minerals, etc. (That’s why we are very careful what we put on our body!) A great side effect of magnesium is to help balance emotions. That’s why Epsom salt is a great de-stresser!
Sea Salts contain many trace minerals needed in the body. Benefits of sea salts are almost the same as magnesium and include: strengthening the immune system, alkalizing the body, helping weight loss, skin problems, asthma, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, muscle spasms, and depression.
Oils and essential oils – therapeutic aromatics help open breathing, heart, senses and relax muscles, emotions, etc.
In the Shower - If you are like me you find yourself in the shower far more than in the bath. So use your bath salts in the shower! Put a tablespoon in cheesecloth, sachet or tea strainer/infuser and hang in the shower under your water. Your will receive therapeutic benefits as the water activates the salts and oils. Enjoy!
Easy Bath Salt Recipe
1 cup Epsom Salt
1 cup Mediterranean, Celtic or Dead Sea Salt
½ cup Soda Salt
¼ cup Baking Soda
1 tsp. jojoba, grapeseed, or Vit. E oil
¼ cup dried herbs of choice (optional)
15-20 drops essential oil of choice: depending on needs – eucalyptus, lavender, lemongrass, wintergreen, peppermint with orange, etc.
Mix together thoroughly and secure in labeled glass jar. Use 2-3 Tbsp per bath.
