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    Epsom salt or magnesium soak

    A weekly warm soak with Epsom salt or magnesium flakes as a relaxation ritual.

    20 minutes
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    Epsom salt or magnesium soak: illustration of a warm bath with a jar of bath salts and a candle

    How to do it

    1. Run a warm, not hot, bath.
    2. Add Epsom salt or magnesium flakes as the pack suggests.
    3. Soak for 15–20 minutes with a glass of water nearby.
    4. Get out slowly and rest your legs afterwards.

    Easier version

    Soak just your feet and lower legs in a bowl of warm water.

    Safety note

    Keep the water warm, not hot. Skip it with broken skin, and check with your doctor if you have a heart or circulation condition or are pregnant.

    Why women include it

    Some women keep a weekly soak as a calm moment for themselves. Notice how you feel afterwards and log it.

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    Add it to your care routine in Renya

    Tick it off next to your morning and evening leg check-ins, and see your days line up. iPhone subscription app. Android coming soon.

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    These are everyday habits, not medical advice. Renya is a self-tracking tool. Check with your doctor if a habit does not feel right for you.