Epsom Salt Bath

Epsom salt baths are nothing new!  They have been used for many, many years for many different remedies.  When I was first diagnosed with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, my dermatologist recommended Epsom salt baths.  I started talking them almost every single day.  Once my flare-up went away, I continued taking these baths about once a week.  Why?  I believe Epsom salt baths help detoxify the body.  Not to mention, they relax me and I seem to get a better night sleep when I take baths right before bed.  A little word of caution here, check with your doctor to make sure Epsom salt baths are right for you.

So what are the benefits?  Epsom salt baths are made of magnesium sulfate.  When you soak in Epsom salts the body absorbs these minerals.  There are many benefits to magnesium sulfate.  Benefits of magnesium include boosting the immune system, detoxification and energy production.  It is said that a very high percentage of adults are deficient in magnesium.  In general, a high consumption of sugar, a poor diet, stress and alcohol can deplete the body of magnesium.  Soaking in an Epsom salt bath may help boost our magnesium levels.  While soaking in an Epsom salt bath helps our body absorb magnesium, it also pulls toxins out of body.  Magnesium is also known to reduce inflammation and may protect our bodies from chronic diseases.  

A little side note, stay hydrated!  Make sure to drink plenty of water before and after your Epsom salt bath.