Why is an Epsom Salt bath not good for folks with heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes?
Answer by Kimberly Rex, Repatterning Practitioner
Epsom salt contains magnesium sulfate. While sulfates are not easily absorbed from foods, your body can absorb them through your skin.
Here is an article pertaining to research on the absorption of magnesium sulfate through epsom salt baths: http://saveyourself.ca/articles/reality-checks/epsom-salts.php
DIABETES:
*If you have diabetes, consult your doctor before beginning a regimen of epsom salt baths. If you have any open sores, they could get infected.
Diabetics must take caution when using Epsom salt because too much magnesium in the body, absorbed from the salt, can cause uncontrolled fluctuations in blood sugar. Also, frequent soaking in Epsom salt can increase dry skin, especially in extremities such as toes prone to circulation problems. It is important to check with your MD regarding glucose levels, and follow recommendations including potential use, frequency and after-bath moisturizer.
.Read more: http://www.ehow.com/about_6640954_epsom-salt-_amp_-diabetes.html
HEART PROBLEMS and HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE/Magnesium Toxicity Effect
Every organ in the body -- especially the heart, muscles, and kidneys -- needs the mineral magnesium. It also contributes to the makeup of teeth and bones. Most important, it activates enzymes, contributes to energy production, and helps regulate calcium levels as well as copper, zinc, potassium, vitamin D, and other important nutrients in the body
Because epsom salts contain magnesium sulfate, and is absorbed through the skin, it is possible to affect internal functioning. Certain medical conditions, can upset the body's magnesium balance. Some gastrointestinal diseases diabetes,kidney disease, and taking diuretics can lead to deficiencies. Magnesium and calcium need to work together at very precise ratios to ensure your heart functions properly. If you have a cardiac history, talk to your doctor before using magnesium therapies including epsom salt baths.
Results of studies using magnesium to treat heart attack survivors, however, have been mixed. Some have reported lower death rates as well as fewer arrhythmias and improved blood pressure when magnesium is used as part of the treatment following a heart attack. *But one study found that magnesium slightly increased the risk of sudden death, chance of another heart attack, or need for bypass surgery in the year after a heart attack. If you have had a heart attack, your doctor will decide if magnesium supplementation is right for you.
Possible overdose symptoms of magnesium sulfate, according to Drugs.com, may consist of flushed skin, a drop in blood pressure and/or a slowed heartbeat. Other potential overdose signs can include nausea with vomiting, and reduced awareness or drowsiness. Ultimately, the most serious cases may result in coma or even death. Get emergency treatment if any of the above symptoms appear.
Read more...http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/magnesium-000313.htm http://www.livestrong.com/article/73781-side-effects-epsom-salt/#ixzz1FBZ98gWZ
Warm Regards,
Kimberly
http://www.windowstotheheart.net
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Woah! Is that so? Thanks heavens, I came across this post. I guess, it is time I opt for private health services so that I am aware about what is good and what is not for my husband. He just had his surgery but again because of the work load he has stopped caring about his health. All I do is cook him healthy food but I was completely unaware about this. Thanks again for sharing it.
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