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Epsom salt is named after a small town south of London called “Epsom”. History says, In 1618 a cow herd drank water that had bubbled up from underground. The cattle refused to drink it. The cattle would wade through it and the farmers noticed the sores and wounds on their legs would heal.

That substance was magnesium sulfate. People heard about it and traveled from far to Epsom town to get some of this magnesium water. The towns supply eventually dried up, however people learned how to produce their own supply and they named it “Epsom”.

When Epsom salt is dissolved in water, it releases magnesium and sulfate ions.

The idea is that these particles can be absorbed through your skin, providing you with magnesium and sulfates — which serve important bodily functions

I was doing some research and found several ways (I know there’s many more) you can use Epsom salt at home.

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1.Eases body aches.

Add Epsom salt to your bath water will help relieve body aches and inflammation.

When you soak in a bath of Epsom salts, it aids your body in the production of serotonin. Magnesium in the Epsom salt not only helps to reduce stress and improve your mood, but it also helps you sleep

2.Use as a hand scrub

Mix a little Epsom salt with baby oil. Use to scrub your hands. It will leave your skin feeling soft.

3. Aides in removing splinters

Mix about a teaspoon of Epsom salt in warm water. Soak the part of the body in that for about 10 minutes.

It will help reduce inflammation and bring the splinter closer to the surface making it easier to remove

4.Helps soothe sunburns

Mix 1-2 tablespoons of Epsom salt in a spray bottle with water . Spray on your sunburn to soothe the pain.

5. Eases the itch for poison ivy, sumac, etc.

Mix 2-3 tablespoons of Epsom salt in a bowl of cold water. Soak a cloth or cotton ball in the mixture and apply it to the affected burn.

Same can be used for bug bites to reduce swelling and itching.

6. Helps with mud stains

Muddy footprints on your carpet? Sprinkle Epsom salt over the area. Leave for about 10 minutes giving time for the Epsom salt to loosen the mud/dirt.

7. Cleaning tile grout

Mix 1 cup Epsom salt and 1 cup dish soap together. Brush/wipe on the grout. Let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing.

I know there are many more ways to use Epsom salt such as helping get rid of garden pests or helping to treat acne. Hope some of these help you!

Till next time,

~ Mel