One of the detox methods I use in addition to internal body cleansing is detox bathing. It is possible, using the right procedures, to be able to help eliminate heavy metals, toxins and radiation from the skin by using baths. This is the kind of procedure often performed after cancer treatment to help detoxify the body, and it also is a beneficial way to manage concerns of exposure after a nuclear power plant accident.
Here are a few different recipes for detox baths:
The first one involves Ginger and Epsom salt. This type of soak can relax pores and flush out chemicals and can even reduce pain and discomfort. First, mix 2 tablespoons of ginger in a glass of tap water along with 1 cup of Epsom salt. Next, combine them with your bath water. It is important to soak for less than half an hour.
My favorite bath, because it is so easy is using sea salt and soda. This type of wash negates the harmful effects of radiation, which can result from X-ray machines, cancer treating devices, consumer electronics, or natural sources. Add a few cups of sea salt (not table salt!) to a hot bath along with one cup of baking soda. Soak until the bath cools, generally about 20 minutes. I usually submerge as much as my body as possible and drink lots if purified water. My skin always feels amazing after this bath.
A great Winter bath involves mixing sesame oil, sea salt, and Epsom salt. This wash can remedy dry, leathery, or cracking skin and can reduce stress levels. One cup of each ingredient in a hot bath should do the trick. Try not to stay in for more than twenty minutes, and gently dry yourself afterwards.
A fast and easy technique involves using vinegar. Sometimes, acid can build up in the body and must be neutralized. Acting as a base, vinegar can do exactly that. Obtain a healthy portion of pure apple cider vinegar and pour anywhere from one cup to 2 quarts into a warm bath. The amount of vinegar you use is up to you. Relax in the bath for up to 45 minutes. Uric acid can be easily flushed using this technique, and can bring relief to all of the body’s joints and many other ailments related to acidic edema.
Bentonite is another quick detox bath which can work wonders. Moisten a few pounds of Bentonite clay and let it dissolve for about 12 hours, at which point you can mix it into your bath. Two pounds of ingredients equates to an hour of bath time. Four pounds requires only about half an hour. Keep in mind that Bentonite can stop up drains, so don’t use it too often.
Right now, I have about one detox bath each week. I also give the kids a nice soak each week using epsom & baking soda, or apple cider vinegar. Their skin is responding really well and I feel this would be very helpful in treating baby & child eczema. As you go through detoxification, switch up your daily baths. Once you have gone through the entire rotation, stick with the soak that you like the best.
Let me know your favorite bath?
These are my thoughts on living a healthy and simple life. I'm a modern mom with some simple ideas, a little common sense and a natural philosophy. This is the sanest way I know how to navigate the 21 century.
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This is some great information! My friend’s 12 years old daughter has suffered from severe eczema her whole life. Medicine has not really worked for her. I will definitely pass on your remedy in hopes that it helps. Thanks!
Suzanne
Radically reducing the use of chemicals in personal care and cleaning.
Thank you Suzanne, I would suggest you forward her my my article on curing baby eczema in the link above. No person should have ezema for that long and I feel that sometimes all parents require is a few different perspectives. Our solution came through addressing dairy & wheat sensitivities, which, 85% of people have issues with and do not realize. Thanks for stoppin in!