How do Epsom salts work?
Often a massage therapist will recommend that you take a bath with Epsom salts after having a massage treatment. The high magnesium ion content of Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) promotes the release of lactic acid from the muscles. By flushing out the lactic acid build-up in the muscle cells, Epsom salts effectively relieve the discomfort related to muscle tension and extends the benefits of a massage treatment. Taking an Epsom salts bath increases circulation and metabolism and has an overall detoxifying effect on the body.
