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What is epsom salt?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Magnesium sulfate: Answered this fully with your last question. It's great! Different natural hot springs have different quantities of magnesium, calcium, trace minerals and other ionizing minerals that relax the body, and also alkalinizes the body and relaxes muscles.

Answered 9/27/2014

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