The Old but Always New Remedy for Many Pains – Epsom Salt

Epsom salt, or magnesium sulphate was discovered nearly half a thousand years ago by a British botanist Nehemiah Grew in the waters of a mineral spring near the town of Epsom, and got its name after the place of its “birth”.

Epsom salt is a component of waters of many bitter mineral springs, which have been the source of this chemical compound for many years. Now it is being revealed from other substances in a chemical way, yet, such modern epsom salt possesses the same magic virtues and is able to heal and relieve numerous heavy sufferings.

Its medical usage is very wide. First of all, this compound is used as sedative, anticonvulsant, spasmolytic, laxative and bile-expelling medicine. Its effect is quick and strong. In treatment of some special pathologies and states this compound can be used as an injection solution, and in other cases it can be taken orally in the form of crystals which resemble common sea salt.

Magnesium sulphate treatment for nervous system can cause sedative effect of various intensity – from relax and drowsiness to deep sleeping. It eases blood pressure and together with that reduces symptoms of stenocardia which is very important for people suffering from cardiovascular diseases.

Epsom salt is used also for making relaxing baths which literally disperse the pressure and tension of the body, and relax all the groups of muscles. Such baths help to get rid of toxins, regulate the functions of nervous system, correct instable psychological states and conditions, and have the overall positive influence on the human body.

There is another interesting way to use magnesium sulphate. It is the main component of the floating therapy. In this therapy, one is placed into a special tube with a solution of the epsom salt of high density. This tube, the so called camera of sensory deprivation, is isolated from any incoming light, sounds or any other stimulus. Thanks to the dense solution, the body feels like gravity-free, and it helps to reach the entire relaxation and cure some physical and nervous diseases.

Epsom salt is widely used in beauty care. It works as an anti-inflammatory, renewing, relaxing and soothing remedy. It smoothes skin, helps it consume oxygen and leaves it not dry but moisturised and silky. The magnesium helps to withdraw toxins from cells, improves sleeping, soothes nervous system and regulates nervous processes, reduces pains and muscular spasms. Sulphates help to prevent headaches and migraines. Magnesium sulphate baths are known for their rejuvenating and pleasing effect and are good for skin and general health. As a perfect adsorbent, this salt helps to reduce hypostasis and heals serious wounds, especially, burns.

Besides that, epsom salt is used in baths for paralyzed people in order to improve blood circulation in their muscles and return sensibility and ability to move.

In case of oral reception, Epsom salt works as a good laxative which relaxes spasms of the intestines and draws water to the colon. This helps to cope with constipations and normalizes functions of intestines and digestion. Even in the most difficult cases of constipation, Epsom salt is a great remedy which is able to bring quite a quick and sufficient relief. Epsom salt possesses quite a specific taste, so this is possible to mask it with a bit of lime juice if the taste seems too unpleasant or even unbearable.

Being able to absorb and withdraw toxins, Epsom salt is used as an absorbent in case of poisoning, even heavy ones involving chemical substances.

In the recent times, it has been discovered that Epsom salt positively influences the condition of people suffering from bronchial asthma. Due to the spasmolytic effect, Epsom salt is able to relax muscles of throat and cope with an attack. Even in case of the most severe attacks it is possible to use Epsom salt in nebulizers and this way ease the morbid state.

Yet, using this wonderful compound for any purpose, it is necessary to examine the list of contraindications. They are rather serious, for epsom salt is a real medicine in many cases. Due to its strong effect, it is very important to stick to correct dosage, and not to exceed it, and as well to conditions of using and to the state of health and possible latent diseases or pathologies.

It is recommended to take magnesium sulphate baths right before sleeping or at least to rest for minimum half an hour under a warm blanket after such a bath.

In case of need for oral reception it is necessary to consult a doctor, for there is a range of certain contraindications in this case, too.

Of course, it is not recommended to abuse Epsom salt in case of vascular diseases, for it has a great vasodilating effect and may lead to unexpected aggravations of a patient’s state of health.

All in all, you see now, Epsom salt is truly a great remedy for numerous sicknesses, known and tried for many years and many cases, and proved absolutely effective and powerful. The only necessary thing for you in case you decide to try its magic is to follow the doctor’s advice and not to abuse it. Feel well!