Soak your feet well, Chinese medicine tells you that soaking in this way is healthy!
With the acceleration of the pace of life, people are paying more and more attention to health care. As a simple and easy way to maintain health, foot soaking has been loved by more and more people. However, foot soaking is not a random soaking can achieve a health effect, Chinese medicine tells us that foot soaking is also particular, so as to better play its health effect.
1.Time to soak your feet.
The time of foot soaking should not be too long, and it is generally recommended to control it at 20-30 minutes. Soaking your feet for too long will cause your feet** to be too loose and easy to cause edema. In addition, soaking your feet for too long may also lead to poor blood circulation in other parts of the body, which can affect your health.
2.The temperature of the water in which you soak your feet.
The water temperature for foot soaking should be moderate, generally 40-45. Too high water temperature can easily lead to foot damage** and even burns;If the water temperature is too low, it will not be able to relieve fatigue and promote blood circulation. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to the control of water temperature when soaking your feet so as not to cause adverse effects on your body.
3.Selection of medicinal herbs for foot soaking.
When soaking your feet, you can add some Chinese herbal medicines to achieve better health effects. Commonly used Chinese medicinal materials include mugwort leaves, cinnamon, ginger, angelica, etc. These herbs have the effects of warming the meridians and dissipating cold, invigorating blood circulation, dispelling dampness and relieving pain, etc., which can help relieve fatigue, improve sleep, and prevent diseases. When choosing Chinese herbal medicines, it is best to mix them according to your physical condition and needs, and it is best to do it under the guidance of a Chinese medicine practitioner.
4.Frequency of foot soaking.
The frequency of foot soaking varies from person to person, but it is generally recommended to soak your feet 2-3 times a week. Foot soaking too often may lead to dryness and damage to the stratum corneum, which is not good for your health. Therefore, it is important to master the frequency when soaking your feet so as not to backfire.
5.Care after foot soaking.
After soaking your feet, you should dry your feet, especially the area between your toes, to avoid the growth of bacteria. In addition, you can also apply some moisturizing foot cream to keep your feet** hydrated and elastic. After soaking your feet in winter, you should pay attention to keeping your feet warm to avoid catching a cold.
In short, foot soaking is a simple and easy way to maintain health, but it is necessary to master the time, water temperature, selection of medicinal materials, frequency and care of foot soaking, etc., in order to better play its health preservation role. I hope that through the above introduction, we can help you soak your feet more scientifically, so as to enjoy the health benefits of foot soaking.
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