Sarah, I too experienced panic attacks and anxiety with Epsom salts. I also cannot tolerate foods high in Sulfur. I do have gut issues though.

Hi, I have always put Epsom salt in my baths, & it never affected me. But when I got sick last month, I had Epsom salt & ginger, along with a few drops of peppermint oil, in a tub of hot water, got in, & very quickly got very cold, so I got out. It wasn’t even 10 minutes. Two weeks later, I did it again – only I added boiling water to the regular hot water – still got very, very cold, but forced myself to stay in about 15 minutes. I have been better for about 3 weeks, so today, I took a regular bath with just Epsom salt & bubble bath – got cold again – got out quick. Like I said, before, it never bothered me – I don’t know what causes this…but you are not alone. I always enjoyed my baths before.

It also sounds like most of the negative side effects mentioned here are due to dehydration/low potassium levels. Dizziness, headaches, heart racing, & palpitations are all signs of low potassium/sodium.

Also, 20 minutes is enough time to have a productive soak. Any more than 30 minutes is just a good excuse to have some “me time” away from the kids. ?

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Hi Jennie – most people find Epsom salt baths to be relaxing and comforting. It is possible how you’re feeling today is related to your bath, but also possible is isn’t related and is just coincidence. Either way, i hope you’re feeling better soon!

That’s Low Potassium symptoms. Must drink lots of water & get in potassium when doing these epsom salt baths

Try acupuncture! Did wonders for a similar problem with my hands.

Felt a little weak afterwards, then I rested and had distilled water infused with fruit , and squeezed lime. Feeling real relaxed.

Awesome! that sounds like what I need to do tonight 🙂 Thanks for commenting Debbie!!

Hi Julie- thanks for reaching out.

Epsom salts are a great tool, but like any supplement they need to be used with some caution. Soaking for an hour in a high concentration of salts may have been too much for you, as epsom salts can have a detoxing effect on the body. We don’t think you are in any danger – just make sure to drink plenty of water and take it easy until you’re back to feeling your normal self (in a day or so). If you’re not feeling better, please go to the doctor right away.

If you want to try an epsom soak again, start out with 1-2 cups of salt in a bath of warm water for about 20 minutes.

@Sadie – we aren’t familiar with this, but hoping some other commenters will have some suggestions for you!

Hi Arville – if you have diabetes, we recommend consulting with your doctor before trying out an epsom salt bath.

Thanks for reaching out!

Hi Sarah, thanks so much for reaching out.

I’ms so sorry to hear you’re experiencing this reaction. We aren’t familiar with this at all. Epsom salt baths are a source of magnesium, which is known to help with anxiety/panic attacks.

We’re really uncertain of what about the bath or salt could have caused this reaction. It may have been coincidence that you had a panic attack on both nights you took a bath, or it could have been another factor unrelated to the bath.

Whatever caused it, we’re really sorry you experienced this reaction, and we hope it doesn’t happen again.

If you continue to experience panic attacks, we recommend you consult with your doctor.

I hope you’re feeling better soon Sarah!

The first day was fine. The second day was horrible.

I hadn’t eaten that much but I’ve been experiencing the same thing as when I tried to take baths before (and pretty sure those times I ate)

The first time 2 days ago I just threw in an amount of epsom salt, I didn’t measure. Second day it was either 1-2 cups, I believe it was one. Anyways, after standing up I felt a bit dizzy but this went away almost right away. I was fine until when I went to bed. I fell asleep and woke up having a panic attack. Everytime I try to take one of these baths, I usually get a panic attack that wakes me up. Terrible thing. What is going on? Is it too much salt? Is my blood sugar or blood pressure going too low?

The baths help my skin extremely and I want to continue them but I don’t want the side effects. I took both of these baths at night and the second time I did drink water afterwards.

What could be happening? I stayed in for 20 minutes and the water wasn’t that hot.

I’ve googled this and only came across one person who got panic attacks from this. I believe this also happens when I use sea salt.

Please help!

HI Gee, it has not been our experience but do not have any extensive research on that answer either. Perhaps you can try both ways and note any differences.

Hi Lindy, thanks for reaching out. You may need to consult your physician, as we are unable to give medical advice.

Hello, I am allergic to sulfa as well, and just got over a sever reaction from taking charcoal 🙁 I am so nervous to try this, but I have soaked my feet before and been fine. Are you still doing ok with it?

Hi Jeffery, thanks for reaching out! It is hard to say whether or not this will increase your blood pressure, but we ask that you consult with your treating physician about soaking in warm water and the effects on your Blood pressure.

Hi Vic, perhaps your detoxification pathways are getting overloaded and cannot keep up with the additional toxins being released. We recommend working up very slowly with these, so it might be a good idea to try out a 1/4 cup the next time you test it out. Also, we recommend working with a skilled functional practitioner who can support you in working on your detox pathways. Also, here is a helpful podcast: https://healthygut.com/detox-truths-myths-and-tips-podcast-69/

Hope that helps!

Hi David, thanks for reaching out. Sorry to hear that you’re dealing with that but we recommend consulting with a practitioner for medical issues. We’d appreciate knowing what you find out though, thanks!

I just had my first “float” in a pod for relaxation, de stressing and detoxing. overall i did like the experience and want to keep going to achieve more physical and mental healing/balance.

i found myself pretty distracted at first with the sounds of my own body, my heartbeat and with just trying to realize that i wouldn’t sink if i relaxed completely.

i only had two uncomfortable things happen. one was that my nose got completely stuffed up. to the point of not being able to breathe through my nose at all… i had to find a way to be comfortable with my mouth slightly open. two was that, only during the last few minutes or so, i got really nauseated and i’ve read that this is due to the detoxing happening in the body. i was wiped out and feeling heavy after i got home and i hydrated and listened to my body and just rested for the rest of the day. i did sleep well last night.

i am concerned that my nasal passages got stuffed up so much. it would definitely hinder my experience if this keeps happening. i’m going to try it a few more times and i’m hoping that my experience gets better each time i go. has anyone else experienced this?

thank you. 🙂

KJ

I am allergic to Sulfa as well and I have been taking Epsom baths all week to aid in the detox I am doing. Doesn’t seem to be an issue. Maybe just soak your feet to start if you are really worried.

So you are saying that if you have hypertension, you should not use epsom salt baths? Should you use magnesium supplements like “Calm”? I am confused about magnesium deficiency and what to use.

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There are many sources that say diabetics should not use salt or epsom salt; the American Diabetes Association and the following quote among them. Also people with high blood pressure and heart problems should not use these products either.
Risks for Diabetics
Diabetics must take caution when using Epsom salt.
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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
Advice
If you’re a diabetic and interested in using Epsom salt as a solution for a variety of health issues, it is best to consult your physician before frequent use. More than likely, if you are in good control of your glucose levels, then moderate use of Epsom salt will be harmless if used as directed.
Read more: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5918180_epsom-salt-diabetes.html#ixzz2rN35klmF
Read more: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5918180_epsom-salt-diabetes.html#ixzz2rN1KTiUX

I did find some parts of your article informative.

You’re joking right? Have you ever turned a hot tub up to 131f ?!? I don’t think you would survive that very long. 55c will cause burns easily.

Miranda, I think you may have used too much….half a bag is too much, I believe. 1-2 cups per full bath is more than enough from all that I have read on the subject.

I will try this once more and make sure I measure correctly, stay no longer than 12 minutes and drink plenty of water before and after my bath.

I have done 10-20 minutes of Shiatsu massage ( gentle rocking of the body & gentle compressions to the body) while the child is laying in bed. He was diagnosed with Aspergers & was easily irritated or excited & would wake up often throughout the night. After I started doing the massages he slept through the night & was more calm during the day. Maybe that could help as well.