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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 3 cups epsom salts
- 1/2 teaspoon red or pink food coloring (optional)
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 cup citric acid
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 441g | |
| Calories 0 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 120822mg | 5034% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 0.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.0g | 0% |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
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