Magnesium sulphate - Epsom Salts 

MgSO4·7H2O (Leo / Sun)

Doing workshops with plenty of people I get plenty of questions. One popular question asked is why I advocate soaking in magnesium sulphate or what is commonly called Epsom salts so much. Well the reasons for bathing in the magnesium sulphate are numerous.

First of all

Sulphur is vitally important for cellular respiration, as it is needed in the oxidation-reduction reactions that help the cells utilise  oxygen (this aids brain function and all cell activity). The skin in actual fact is a breathing organ – it's porous. That is why if you fully cover the human body with a nonporous material i.e. paint - you're a dead human. You  literally suffocate! Your skin is your body's biggest organ, and as it is a breathing organ, it is also the external representation of your lungs.

Absorption of magnesium sulphate via the skin has a direct affect on the lungs (hence the use and administration of magnesium sulphate for the treatment of asthma), and as the lungs have a yin and yang working relationship with the large intestine; your breathing mechanism is only as good as your elimination is. Have you read the Tri-Breath book yet?

Secondly

Sulphur has a direct affect on the way the body eliminates toxins. For centuries, arthritis sufferers have been helped by bathing in waters that contain high amounts of sulphur. You see, very simply put, within the blood there is; oxygen - hydrogen - toxin or nutrient.

Bathing in magnesium sulphate helps detoxify the body and helps the body to absorb and distribute the nutrients. Sulphur also helps the body to utilise protein, build strong nails and keep hair healthy. 

Thirdly 

You cannot get magnesium sulphate in a tablet ("It's not what you eat, it's what you absorb"). The amount you absorb via the skin, if it were in a tablet, would give you the runs. Hence again the relationship with the large intestine and magnesium sulphate being used as a universal treatment for constipation in both humans and animals alike.

So when you next feel the need to detox the liver and bowel of dietary and metabolic acids, take 1 to 2 tablespoons of magnesium sulfate in 1 litre of water (preferably alkaline water) and drink the entire solution within 5 to 10 minutes.  This solution should be ingested, first thing upon rising.  The detoxing of the bowel and liver generally takes place within 60 minutes after ingestion, so make sure you are close to a bathroom.

Fourthly

Sulphur is related to all of the 3 bodily fires!

The 3 bodily or heavenly fires are...

• Solar fire - related to your Soul or Spiritual Aspect. The physical representation of this on this planet, is the Sun. The sun gives life to us all.
• Electric fire - related to the nervous system or Mental Aspect. The physical representation of this on this planet, is electricity. Plug the motor into the power-point and it moves into action.
• Fire by friction - related to the muscles, organs and bones or the Physical Aspect. The physical representation of this on this planet is the way we create heat - by rubbing our hands together or rubbing two sticks of wood together to create fire.
  

And this is where it gets a bit daunting.

WATER at its highest frequency is FIRE
FIRE at its lowest frequency is WATER.

We are over 70% water, so in reality, you and I are walking masses of living water or living masses of fire.

On an esoteric level, magnesium is the constellation of Leo's cell salt. Leo is ruled both exoterically and esoterically by the Sun. So on a more dense level, magnesium sulphate helps the transmission of information from the Soul or Spirit level to the mental body, then from the mental body to the brain and from the brain to the muscle. This is why magnesium is used to treat muscle spasms and is a very effective healing tool for pregnant woman especially those in their third trimester.  

As for the cost, it can be quite costly if you purchase it in small quantities from the chemist or supermarket (about $4.00 AUD for 375grams). When you consider a good amount to put in your bath is 1 – 2 kg, then there must be a better way. There is!

Contact a pet produce store and first ask about the purity of their magnesium sulphate stock. Do not  purchase any under 99% pure as in some countries it can contain trace amounts of lead, arsenic and other heavy metals. My clients and I pay around $42 AUD for 25 kg of 100% pure German Bitter Salts.

So bathe plenty (1 - 2 times a week) and eat lots of raw fruit and vegies (salads etc.) for the hydrogen and get into your breathing. Walk or run regularly (as over 70% of toxic elements are moved via the respiratory system) and stay strong in body, mind and love!!!

With your health and vitality in mind,

 Holistic Health Instructor