Epsom Salt (magnesium sulfate)
For hundreds of years Epsom salt has been used to treat ailments. Epsom salt helps with stress relief, anxiety, depression and also migraine headache. In fact, some researchers say that taking magnesium increases serotonin in the brain.
Epsom salt also act as a muscle relaxer and pain relief for acting tired bodies. Also it help with inflammation in the body and organs. Doctors commonly recommend Epsom salt to patient with chronic fatigue and cold intolerance
Epsom Salt is great for pregnant women to soak in. It helps ease sore muscles and back pain, it also helps with leg cramps with is a common problem for women during pregnancy.
Lavender Oil
Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Research suggests that it may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression, agitation, nervousness, disturbed sleep, and restlessness.
Another study showed that aromatherapy administered during labor can reduce anxiety in women. The study also found that inhaling three drops of lavender every 8 hours for 4 weeks prevented stress, anxiety, and depression after childbirth.
Lavender improved mood, lower heart rate, lower adrenaline levels, regulated breathing, and improved sleep quality.