In the cold winter, people often think about soaking their feet in hot water before going to bed, which is indeed beneficial for sleep and overall health. However, foot soaking is not something that can only be enjoyed in winter. If one can learn the right techniques, it can not only help “remove dampness” from our bodies but also aid in achieving a “slimmer belly” effect.
So, how can one master the proper technique of foot soaking to enjoy such benefits?
1. Soaking Feet in Warm Water
Some people prefer to soak their feet in very hot water gradually, but this is not ideal. First, to make the water suitable for one’s body temperature, one has to wait a long time, which defeats the purpose of soaking the feet. Secondly, using such high-temperature water is not beneficial for the skin and blood vessels of the feet.
Therefore, it is best to use warm water, typically around four to five degrees higher than body temperature, which is the most suitable. While soaking, one can also add some hot water as needed to maintain an appropriate temperature, which can help promote blood circulation and is excellent for removing dampness.
2. Soaking Feet After Exercise
Generally, after exercising, the soles of the feet may feel sore and swollen, so it is necessary to hydrate them with warm water. If one soaks their feet in moderately warm water after each workout, it can effectively help with dampness removal and promote circulation.
Additionally, since the soles sweat during exercise, soaking feet can also help expel excess metabolic waste from the body.
Thus, soaking feet after exercising not only releases pressure but also benefits dampness removal and aids in weight loss.
3. Soaking Feet After Meals
Some people say that it is essential to take a walk after eating, which isn’t entirely wrong. After meals, digestion is necessary, and walking can indeed contribute to this.
However, during the cold winter, going outside for a walk may not be convenient, so soaking feet can be an alternative method to help expand the blood vessels inside the body, allowing blood to flow effectively.
Moreover, soaking feet after meals also helps improve gastric blood supply, which is beneficial for digestion. When digestion is efficient, everything else improves as well; not only does it help eliminate dampness, but it also indirectly aids in weight loss.
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