For centuries, salts have been used in baths to help relieve muscle soreness and aid with relaxation. Over 400 years ago, farmers in the small town of Epsom, England, realized there was something different about the water there. Livestock wouldn't drink from some of the springs, which tasted strongly of magnesium and sulfates. Nowadays, Epsom salts are a standalone product, and as popular as ever. Indeed, it's claimed they have a whole host of health benefits—but is there any truth to that?
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