Salt isn’t just something you add to your food for more flavour. In fact, salt has a wide range of uses - food being only one of them!

You may have already heard of bath salts and their ability to relieve stress and tension. But did you know other uses for these types of salt range from beauty products, household cleaning and even treating diseases?

In this article were going to take you through the non-edible salt products we sell here online at Wholefood Earth. Carry on reading to discover the other surprising benefits that these salts can be used for and why you should pick some up today!

Dead Sea Salt

Dead Sea salt refers to the salt and other mineral deposits that are extracted, or taken from, the Dead Sea in Israel. The Dead Sea is said to be the saltiest and deepest bodies of water in the world and has been known for its healing properties since Biblical times.

The mineral composition of Dead Sea salt is notably different from other types of oceanic salt. It is made up of sodium chloride with a high percentage of sulphates, magnesium, zinc and potassium.

Dead Sea mud and bathing in Dead Sea salt water can also be used to treat rheumatological diseases, which are inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. The minerals are absorbed while soaking, which in turn helps to stimulate blood circulation.

Several studies have also shown that Dead Sea salt is great for skin health, and particularly good at treating psoriasis. Dead Sea salt can help in easing many of the symptoms of psoriasis due to the solar ultraviolet radiation found in the Dead Sea.

Epsom Salt

Epsom salts were discovered in the 17th century right here in England! They were first distilled from the water of a bitter saline spring at Epsom. It differs from traditional salt as it’s actually a mineral compound made up of magnesium and sulphate, and its technical name is magnesium sulphate.

Although Epsom salt is probably best known as a component of bath salts, it actually offers a wide range of uses. From soothing sore muscles, benefiting health to boosting a gardener’s crops and even household cleaning - there are so many advantages to this salt!

A magnesium deficiency in your body can lower your serotonin levels, which in turn affects your mood, appetite and sleep. Taking a soak in a bath of Epsom salts can help your body in the production of serotonin. The magnesium content in the salt not only aids in reducing stress and improving your mood, but it can also help you sleep.

You may have already heard that soaking your feet in Epsom salts is a great way to soothe any aches and pains. But it can also help to treat athlete’s foot and toenail fungal infections. Try soaking your feet in warm water along with Epsom salts to help heal your feet faster and alleviate any itching and burning.

Epsom salts can also be used in many types of beauty products. It’s great for exfoliating skin, dislodging blackheads, removing styling product build up, and even adding volume to your hair!