What is Epsom salt foot bath?

Epsom salt is a magnesium sulfate compound, unlike sodium table salt. Epsom salt has been used for hundreds of years as a healing agent and pain reliever. However, it's most often added to hot baths and foot soaks as a detoxifying agent and to reduce stress. read more

Epsom salt is also claimed to have anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties -- and soaking feet in Epsom salt baths is reported to help heal a variety of foot and skin infections, including athlete’s foot, toenail fungus and small wounds. Epsom salt is even claimed to detoxify the body and relieve stress. read more

Add the Epsom salt while the water is running to help it dissolve. For a standard-sized tub, use the amount suggested on the package, usually 1 to 2 cups, or the amount recommended by your doctor. Don't use Epsom salt in a hot tub, whirlpool, or other tub with jets unless the manufacturer says it's OK. read more

Epsom Salt Bath and Foot Soak – Benefits and Recipes By Jenny Hills, Medical Writer and Researcher Health Taking a relaxing Epsom salt bath offers health benefits that have led many people for years to make soaking in the tub a regular routine. read more