Epsom salts are named for the mineral rich waters of Epsom, England, where they were known at least as far back as Shakespeare’s day. When bathing, the magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is absorbed through the skin and is an inexpensive and natural way to reduce stress, treat skin problems, and draw toxins from the body.
Epsom salts has been a long time remedy natural remedy for a number of ailments. An Epsom salts bath is known to relieve aching limbs, muscle strain and back pain. In addition, it has been known to heal cuts, reduce soreness from childbirth and relieves colds and congestion. Furthermore, Epsom salts will flush toxins and heavy metals from the body.
Epsom saltst is a natural stress reliever too. Stress drains the body of magnesium. An Epsom salts bath absorbs magnesium into our body thus helping to relieve stress. The magnesium helps to produce adequate amounts of serotonin, a mood-elevating chemical within the brain that creates a feeling of calm and relaxation.
If you’ve ever pondered where the most awe-inspiring places on Earth are to be found, there will soon be a handy checklist to take on your international adventures, thanks to The7wonders.com competition.
The The7wonders.com photographs are glimpses of the most sublime landscapes in the world. Contenders include the Galapagos Islands, the Grand Canyon and the Great Barrier Reef.
The Dead Sea is a finalist in the competition, which is being touted as “democratic”. Everybody has the opportunity to have their say by logging on to the site and selecting a list of seven of their own favourites from the 28 finalists.
Tourists from around the globe come to Jordans unique Dead Sea. But most tourists dont come here to just laze in the sun or swim in its salty waters. What they are after is its thick black mud. This mud comes from the Dead Seas floor and is laden with Magnesium and 35 other rich minerals such as Sodium, Potassium, and Calcium. When applied onto the skin, it becomes a natural lotion that helps cure skin ailments such as eczema and other illness such as rheumatism. [Zuheir Bisharat, Dermatologist]: “All minerals in the Dead Sea, which make up 29 percent of the water, as well as other substances can be found in the mud. The mud has excellent therapeutic effect on joints. Its second benefit is cosmetics as it softens the skin and pulls it.” But according to Mr. Bisharat, patients with respiratory problems can also benefit greatly from breathing by the Dead Sea. [Zuheir Bisharat, Dermatologist]: “The air from the Dead Sea is different from any other air. Do you know why? Because its rich in oxygen, its richer than any other place in the world. The higher you go up a mountain, the less the oxygen you get. We are at 415 meters below Sea Level, therefore this air is healthy and beneficial to patients with Respiratory problems.” For this retired German patient, the mud therapy has had some good effect. [Beata, Dead Sea Clinic Patient]: ” I come here every year to treat my chronic eczema and the pain in my joints. The results are excellent, so I spend here each year from three …
In Biblical times most all salves and medicines were gleaned from nature. It is a little known fact that the word pharmacist is a crude derivative of the word, witch doctor.
Although the title witch doctor conjures up visions of some superstitious lunatic, there were legitimate herbal doctors who utilized herbs, honey, various animal extracts and the like to treat or enhance their client’s condition.
Skin is the esthetic barrier that covers our bodies.
Our skin sends signals via discoloration, dryness, clamminess’ etc. It’s the front line to most injuries and can tell a doctor volumes about our general health.
