Epsom salt isn’t really a salt at all; it’s actually a mineral compound of magnesium and sulfate and is named after a spring in Epsom, England, where it occurs naturally. Magnesium plays many roles in the body including regulating muscle and nerve function and reducing inflammation. Sulfates help the body absorb nutrients and flush out the toxins. This effective combination makes Epsom salt a natural miracle for the mind, body, and soul. Some of the many healing benefits of Epsom salt include: Reduces stress, relieves pain and inflammation, prevents blood clots and hardening of your arteries, reduces symptoms of PMS, reduces morning sickness, help ease migraine headaches and much more! To experience the numerous health benefits of Epsom salt, take relaxing, stress-relieving baths three times weekly by adding 2 cups of Epsom salts to a warm bath and soaking for at least 15 minutes.