Description
In water, they break down into magnesium and sulfate. When you soak in an Epsom salts bath, these get into your body through your skin. Soaking in warm water can help relax muscles and loosen stiff joints.
People use Epsom salts baths as a home treatment for:
- Arthritis pain and swelling
- Bruises and sprains
- Fibromyalgia, a condition that makes your muscles, ligaments, and tendons hurt, and causes tender points throughout your body
- Ingrown toenails
- Insomnia
- Psoriasis, a disease that causes red, itchy, scaly skin
- Sore muscles after working out
- Soreness from diarrhea during chemotherapy
- Sunburn pain and redness
- Tired, swollen feet