Epsom Salts -Magnesium Sulphate BP
Magnesium sulfate, or Epsom salt, has a variety of uses including soothing muscle aches in baths, relieving minor constipation when taken orally, and benefiting gardens by improving soil and helping plants grow.
It is also used for cleaning, and in a medical context, it can be administered intravenously to treat conditions like seizures and premature birth.
Epsom Salts -Magnesium Sulphate BP
Health and wellness
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Soothing muscle aches and pains:Soaking in an Epsom salt bath can help relieve minor muscle soreness, joint stiffness, and bruises.
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Relieving constipation:When taken orally, Epsom salt acts as a laxative to provide temporary relief from constipation. Always follow dosage instructions and consult a doctor, especially for children.
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Improving sleep:Many people report that an Epsom salt bath helps promote relaxation and deeper sleep.
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Foot soaks:A foot soak can help with ingrown toenails, general foot discomfort, and reduce pain and inflammation.
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Splinter removal:An Epsom salt paste can be applied to the skin to help draw out splinters.
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Medical uses:In a medical setting, it is administered intravenously to manage severe asthma attacks, preeclampsia, and eclampsia, and is on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines.
Gardening
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Improving plant health:Magnesium is vital for photosynthesis, so Epsom salts can improve flowering, fruiting, and overall plant growth.
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Enhancing soil:It can loosen soil, improve drainage, and help plants absorb essential nutrients like phosphorus and zinc.
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Pest deterrent:Sprinkling Epsom salt around garden perimeters can help deter slugs and snails.
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Specific plants:Use with caution or avoid on succulents, cacti, ferns, and orchids.
Household uses
- Cleaning: Epsom salt can be used to scrub dirty pots and pans.
- Polishing: It can be used to polish silverware.
- Laundry: It can boost the effectiveness of laundry detergent.
Other names: Epsom salt (heptahydrate), English salt,Bitter salts,Bath salts
Epsom Salts -Magnesium Sulphate BP CAS No: 10034-99-8
Epsom Salts -Magnesium Sulphate BP
