Benefits of Detox Baths

By Alex Kelly – February 3, 2021

We can do our very best to avoid toxins (eating clean, switching to natural cleaning/skincare products, creating a holistic medicine cabinet), but at the end of the day there are toxins that we cannot help avoid. Unfortunately toxins are everywhere – food, water, air, mediations, etc. These toxins, if not expelled from our bodies can be very harmful. If you bathe regularly (and I hope you do!), consider switching out one of your normal baths or showers with a detox bath. It’s super simple, relaxing, and you probably already have the ingredients in your home!

All you need is…

• 2 cups epsom salt
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• A few drops of essential oils (optional – see recommendations below)

Why a Detox Bath?

Epsom Salt

• Helps replenish magnesium deficiencies. According to the American Osteopathic Association, up to 50% of the US population is magnesium deficient. Magnesium plays a huge role in our health, including the metabolization of Vitamin D which is vital for our immune system.
• Relieve stress and relaxes the body by helping body to produce hormone serotonin.
• Elevate energy and stamina levels by affecting the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
• Ease pain and relieve inflammation
• Epsom salt softens and neutralizes odor skin.
• Aid muscles and nerves function properly by regulating electrolytes in the body
• Help prevent heart disease and strokes by improving blood circulation, lowering blood pressure, protecting the elasticity of arteries, preventing blood clots and reducing the risk of sudden heart attack deaths.
• Increase the effectiveness of insulin in the body, helping to lower the risk or severity of diabetes.
• Relieves constipation by increasing water in the intestines.
• Eliminates toxins from the body by triggering reverse osmosis

*Source: “What If I Mix Epsom Salt and Baking Soda for a Bath? The Health Benefits Here!” DrHealthBenefits.com, 29 June 2018, drhealthbenefits.com/lifestyle/healthy/what-if-i-mix-epsom-salt-and-baking-soda-for-a-bath. Accessed 3 Feb. 2021.

Baking Soda

• Smooths skin
• Helps get rid of rashes
• Helps relieve pain and itching due to bug bites and poison oak
• Helps cure sunburns
• Soothes tired body parts and aching muscles
• Relieves symptoms of yeast infections
• Anti-fungal for skin and nail conditions
• Reduce or prevent eczema flare ups

Essential Oils for additional relaxation (optional)

1. Clove: Acts as antibacterial and antioxidant protection.
2. Cypress: Improves blood circulation and reduces varicose veins
3. Eucalyptus: Improves respiratory issues and purifies the body.
4. Frankincense: Builds immunity, reduces the appearance of skin imperfections, and reduces inflammation.
5. Geranium: promotes the appearance of clear, and healthy looking skin.
6. Ginger: Supports joints, improves digestion and relieves nausea.
7. Grapefruit: Supports metabolism and cellulite reduction.
8. Lavender: eases feelings of tension, improve moods, and soothes skin irritations.
9. Oregano: Has powerful antimicrobial properties and good for recovering from cold faster.
10. Peppermint: Boosts energy, headache and muscle pain relief.
11.  Rose: Great for creating glowing skin.
12. Rosemary: Thicken hair naturally and can improve brain function.
13. Tea Tree: natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and can help stimulate the immune system.
14. Sandalwood: grounding and balancing with a mediation-like effect.

*Source: “What If I Mix Epsom Salt and Baking Soda for a Bath? The Health Benefits Here!” DrHealthBenefits.com, 29 June 2018, drhealthbenefits.com/lifestyle/healthy/what-if-i-mix-epsom-salt-and-baking-soda-for-a-bath. Accessed 3 Feb. 2021.