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A member asked:
Are there any side effects to taking epsom salt baths for muscle pain/anxiety relief (it helps)? how often should i include epsom salt in my baths?
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Epsom salt baths: Epsom salt baths are fine. They are usually recommended for 3-4 times per week
Answered 7/17/2014
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Usually not.: Unless you have some unique reaction to the epsom salts in the bath they are normally not a problem. Once or twice a day should be plenty.
Answered 7/11/2015
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