Soaks besides Epsom salt?

furmomof6 · 01-27-18, 08:49 AM

Is there any other kinds of good soaks out there for muscles/joints other than Epsom salts? It's a long story, but I prefer not to use that if I can help it.

Any ideas or recommendations? It's for joint issues in my foot. Thanks!

antbuko · 01-27-18, 08:57 AM

If you don't like Epsom, than you probably won't like sea salts, plus they are way more expensive. I've tried Dead Sea salt and switched to Epsom to save money; just as effective. Here are some other suggestions I found:

https://www.livestrong.com/article/2...r-epsom-salts/

furmomof6 · 01-27-18, 09:47 AM

Thanks for the link, Helen!

antbuko · 01-27-18, 11:22 AM

You're welcome!

Eibhinn · 01-27-18, 06:28 PM

I've seen people suggest a ginger bath for sore muscles and to "detox" (whatever that actually means). It's using powdered or fresh ginger in the bath, but I've never actually tried it myself.

dnna · 01-27-18, 10:16 PM

Dr. Singha's mustard bath. awesome. on Amazon or health food stores. great for when you ache or have a cold, are sick. the reviews on amazon are very positive, I have used it for years.

MsThistlebottom · 01-27-18, 10:18 PM

I've been using Kneipp bath products for years and absolutely love them.

furmomof6 · 01-28-18, 12:52 PM

Thanks for the additional suggestions! I like the looks of the Kneipp and Dr. Singh stuff.

yogapam · 01-28-18, 01:26 PM

I want to try this recipe. It looks pretty simple to make & it's supposed to be similar to Dr Singha's mustard bath. You could use the magnesium chloride flakes instead of Epsom salts.
https://essentialsofselfcare.com/war...g-mustard-bath

furmomof6 · 01-28-18, 08:32 PM

Thanks, Pam! I bookmarked that link. I like DIY's. I may look for the magnesium flakes. For some reason Epsom salt use makes me feel dizzy. It might sound silly, but I know it happens from experience... every time!

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01-27-18, 08:49 AM
furmomof6 Join Date: Jun 2009	Soaks besides Epsom salt? Is there any other kinds of good soaks out there for muscles/joints other than Epsom salts? It's a long story, but I prefer not to use that if I can help it. Any ideas or recommendations? It's for joint issues in my foot. Thanks! __________________ Christine My shop wordforthesoulart.etsy.com "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" (1 Timothy 4:8)

01-27-18, 08:57 AM
antbuko Join Date: Jun 2004	If you don't like Epsom, than you probably won't like sea salts, plus they are way more expensive. I've tried Dead Sea salt and switched to Epsom to save money; just as effective. Here are some other suggestions I found: https://www.livestrong.com/article/2...r-epsom-salts/ __________________ Helen K

01-27-18, 09:47 AM
furmomof6 Join Date: Jun 2009	Thanks for the link, Helen! __________________ Christine My shop wordforthesoulart.etsy.com "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" (1 Timothy 4:8)

01-27-18, 11:22 AM
antbuko Join Date: Jun 2004	You're welcome! __________________ Helen K

01-27-18, 06:28 PM
Eibhinn Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlantic Canada	I've seen people suggest a ginger bath for sore muscles and to "detox" (whatever that actually means). It's using powdered or fresh ginger in the bath, but I've never actually tried it myself.

01-27-18, 10:16 PM
dnna Join Date: Sep 2002	Dr. Singha's mustard bath. awesome. on Amazon or health food stores. great for when you ache or have a cold, are sick. the reviews on amazon are very positive, I have used it for years.

01-27-18, 10:18 PM
MsThistlebottom Join Date: Apr 2009	I've been using Kneipp bath products for years and absolutely love them. __________________ Joan "When I was young, I used to admire intelligent people; as I grow older, I admire kind people." -- Abraham Joshua Heschel

01-28-18, 12:52 PM
furmomof6 Join Date: Jun 2009	Thanks for the additional suggestions! I like the looks of the Kneipp and Dr. Singh stuff. __________________ Christine My shop wordforthesoulart.etsy.com "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" (1 Timothy 4:8)

01-28-18, 01:26 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	I want to try this recipe. It looks pretty simple to make & it's supposed to be similar to Dr Singha's mustard bath. You could use the magnesium chloride flakes instead of Epsom salts. https://essentialsofselfcare.com/war...g-mustard-bath __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

01-28-18, 08:32 PM
furmomof6 Join Date: Jun 2009	Thanks, Pam! I bookmarked that link. I like DIY's. I may look for the magnesium flakes. For some reason Epsom salt use makes me feel dizzy. It might sound silly, but I know it happens from experience... every time! __________________ Christine My shop wordforthesoulart.etsy.com "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" (1 Timothy 4:8)