Herbal bath bombs and fizzies

The health benefits of various types of bath fizzies, teas and salts.

Health experts, therapists and practicioners alike have long touted the effects of bath bombs , fizzies, teas and salts.

In earlier times people would travel around the country to bathe in mineral rich hot springs.

Used for centuries for their restorative properties, Hydrotherepy or the addition of herbal bath additives assist in maintaining and improving healthy skin and hair, relieving pain and reversing the effects of fatigue and exhaustion.

Use of these tub additives is a non-toxic, safe remedy against stress, anxiety, insomnia, and loss of energy.They also strengthen your alertness and performance.

Soaking in warm water opens the pores of the skin to absorb the health enriching microorganisms and the organic minerals added to the water. Most are composed mainly of natural aromatherepy herbs and oatmeal.

Armed with a little information you can personalize the bath bombs for maximum relief of any particular affliction.

Relief for tired feet can be easily assuaded by cool or tepid footbath . This will help to decrease local swelling and reduce inflammation.It is also beneficial for high blood pressure and heart conditions. Add a salt or fizzie in a Peppermint or speramint to give a tingling sensation. Choose a comfortable place to sit and soak your feet for 10 to 15 minutes. Then, remove and pat them dry them with a towel.

Elevate your feet so that they are above your heart. This also helps reduce swelling. With your feet are elevated,close your eyes and practice long deep breathing in through your nose and out through the mouth. Follow with a moisturizing foot lotion in eucaliptus or mint.

To combat backaches and arthritis pain, relieve joint and muscle pains a golden rod bath tea can help.

For use as a herbal bath, foot bath or a herbal wrap. The best time for the Golden Rod bath is the evening. Take a bath before going to bed for 30 - 40 min, but no longer than you feel comfortable. Traditionally, it was recommended to cover the water in the bath using poncho-style screen with head hole. This arrangement reduces the evaporation of precious volatile oils from the tub and keep the water as warm as comfortable.

For relieve of headache pain and discomfort use a very warm to hot bath fizzie with Peppermint, Lavender or Roman Chamomile. The effervescent effect will massage your tired muscles .

For improving your circulation use a Eucalyptus tea or bomb in a medium to cool water temperture.

You can also add the following to your bath to enjoy their benefits:

Apple cider vinegar - for oily skin use 2 cups for the bath, for mature skin use 1 cup for the bath

Honey - for dry skin and normal skin use 1 table spoon for the baths, for mature skin 1 - 2 table spoons (dissolve in hot water before adding to the bathtub)

Whole milk - for normal, dry, sensitive skin use 1 to 2 quarts for the baths

Some people are allergic to various types of herbs and natural oils. Be sure to consult your doctor before administering to yourself.