Magnesium is a vital mineral and I have read that many of us are deficient. Like 50-80%! I thought maybe I was. I’ve had some issues with my ankles over the past month – swollen and aching. It could be residual immune problems from Crohn’s Disease, but I wanted to uptake on my vitamins and minerals to help.
Hormonal imbalances, caffeine, sugar, certain drugs, alcohol and stress can all deplete the body of magnesium.
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Symptoms of magnesium deficiency can include muscle twitches, restless legs, cramps, asthma, osteoporosis, diabetes, lethargy, headaches, impaired cognitive function and sleep problems.
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The best way we can increase magnesium in the body is through topical application of magnesium oil. You can buy sprays from the chemist but they are pricey, so I made my own at home for $8.
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Here’s how:⠀
→ 1/4 cup natural magnesium chloride flakes (I bought from here)
→ 1/4 cup distilled water, boiled⠀
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Pour boiled water over flakes and stir until completely dissolved. Let it cool and pour into a glass spray bottle.
I added 10 drops of AromaTouch (you can use Lavender) for added relaxation benefits. Use less essential oils for kids. Shake before use. ⠀
The quantity makes half a cup, adjust the recipe to suit your spray bottle.
I read that magnesium spray can be a bit stingy (I put 10 sprays on each leg) if you’re a bit low on magnesium, so if it hurts, just use less to start with and then build up.
Yep, it stung a little bit for me, but wasn’t painful.
That’s it! Now you have your own magnesium spray. Use daily for a few weeks.
♥ KC.
Here’s some more articles on using essential oils in your every day life for health and wellness.