Epsom salt is a chemical compound consisting of the minerals magnesium and sulfur. It is used for many applications such as gardening with flowers, and fruits and vegetables, or even as a restoration tool to eliminate sulfate build up on batteries. Traditionally though, Epsom salt is used as a medical aid in bath soaks to ease muscle soreness, or assist in cleansing toxins from the body. According to a study conducted by Dr. Rosemary Waring, and reported by the University of Birmingham, absorbing magnesium through the skin can assist in elimination of free radicals and allow sufficient passage of wastes.
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According to RXMed.com, when taken in low doses, magnesium can help stimulate the colon in peristalsis, or contractual movement of the intestines to pass accumulated wastes. The Puristat Digestive Wellness Center notes that most diets that are rich in sugar, fat, protein and salt can exhaust the magnesium from the system, which is what helps with the bulk-forming process.
Avoid Abusing Laxatives
Not only is the overuse of laxatives a dangerous method to eliminate wastes, it also disrupts the body's natural mineral/electrolyte balance. The body becomes so dependent on the supplemented/induced bowel movement that the colon stops functioning, and begins requiring larger amounts of laxatives to produce bowel movements in the future. Puristat also mentions the benefits of using Epsom salt for constipation, in that it is safer than laxatives for long term use, as well as more effective.
Contains Needed Minerals
Magnesium and sulfate are needed elements in the human body, notes Puristat online. These two minerals help regulate over 300 essential enzymes, as well as organizing muscle and central nervous synapses, while assisting in energy production. The minerals pack a powerful punch in daily functions. Magnesium has been studied extensively and reported by Joanna Fuchs of Alternative Medicine Digest to improve concentration and sleep, reduce stress-related enzymes, reduce inflammation, and prevent artery hardening, among other health benefits. Sulfate is said to help maximize the absorption of nutrients, stimulate digestive enzymes, ease migraines, and relieve constipation.
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