They combine the soothing qualities of soaking in hot water with theanti-pain, anti-insomnia, and anti-anxiety powers ofmagnesium.

Epsom saltbaths pack a serious punch against stress and everyday aches and pains.

That is, as long as you do them correctly.

Gretchen Lidicker, M.S.

Are you making this common Epsom salt bath mistake?

If you’re wondering how you could possibly mess up soaking in a tub, I hear you.

Pouring some Epsom salt into hot water doesn’t exactly require a lot of brainpower.

Leah Johansen, M.D.

So what do I mean by Epsom salt bath “mistake”?

I mean that it’s common to not be addingenoughEpsom salt to your bath.

Are you adding enough Epsom salt to your bath?

You’ve probably noticed that Epsom salts come in a giant bag.

(And bygiant, I meangiant.

This is on purpose.

You need a lot more Epsom salt per bath than you might expect.

“Using the recommended amount of Epsom salt is important to get the maximum potency.

If you dilute it, you’ll lessen the benefits,” he says.

Are you soaking long enough in your Epsom salt bath?

According to experts, you should be in there for at least 10 minutes.

“The amount of time you soak is important because the nutrients need time to take effect.