How Do You Use Epsom Salt In A Number Of Ways?
Did you think that Epsom salt was only good for sprains? If so, I have some news for you. You’ve probably got a box tucked away somewhere in the bathroom for when you need to use it for a good soak, or maybe some tucked in the shed or garage for using on the flower bed or vegetable garden, but Epsom salt has more uses than is commonly known and I would like to share a few with you. Webster’s defines Epsom salt as magnesium sulfate used as a cathartic or laxative. This is just one of many uses, and the reason it would be wise to not over indulge in drinking a solution of Epsom salt as a magnesium supplement, as it can cause an upset stomach and diarrhea. But one of the wonderful things about Epsom salt or magnesium sulfate is that the magnesium can be absorbed through our skin and begin helping us almost immediately. Brush your teeth with Epsom salt and peroxide to fight against periodontal disease. While some dentists recommend using baking soda and peroxide, the sodium in baking soda