How are Epsom Salts used?
The most common way they are used is as a bath soak. Usually, two or three cups of the Salt in a hot bath is enough to do the trick. There are various other preparations, but a bath soak is the easiest and most common method. The hot water helps to dissolve the salt quickly and opens the pores of the skin to allow more water to be drawn out. Because Epsom Salt has such a profound drying effect, it is also quite good at reducing swelling due to a bruise or joint injury. If you’ve ever dropped a plate on your foot, you know that bumps and bruises are bound to happen in the weight room. If you’re looking for a more natural way to soothe your muscles and get that extra muscle definition, you might want to pick up some Epsom Salts and give it a try. Many preparations have scents or oils added, and while you might like that, I prefer not to smell like patchouli all day. I buy pure Epsom online, as it’s hard to find pure Epsom Salt in most stores. I get the 4 pound package because it’s cheape
