Soaking feet is a relatively healthy method. In winter, soaking feet in hot water is very comfortable and can relieve our stress. It is popular among the people to soak feet in alcohol, white vinegar, and so on. Soaking feet can also eliminate our athlete's foot and clean our hygiene. Successful conception is a prerequisite for pregnancy. So, are soaking feet beneficial for conception?
Is soaking feet beneficial for conception
Soaking your feet correctly every day can help with pregnancy.
Firstly, soaking women's feet is actually very beneficial. Soaking feet is a good method to warm up yang and help with pregnancy. Soaking feet can dispel cold. Women with uterine coldness can persist in soaking feet in hot water every night, which not only activates blood vessels, promotes health and eliminates diseases, but also drives away the coldness in the uterus.
Secondly, when soaking, you can use the Laogong acupoint with both hands to press the Yongquan acupoint on the soles of your feet, and use the heart kidney intersection method to drive away the cold. Stay away from uterine coldness and give your baby a warm 'home' so that they can have a good pregnancy.
What should I pay attention to when soaking my feet
Firstly, it is not advisable to soak feet immediately after meals. Many people find it a great choice to soak their feet comfortably after finishing their meal. However, it should be noted that due to the need for blood supply to the stomach after meals, soaking feet will drain blood to other parts of the body. To avoid indigestion, it is recommended to soak feet one hour after meals.
Secondly, avoid reading books or watching TV while soaking your feet. Watching TV and reading books and newspapers while soaking feet is very pleasant, but in fact, it is not a good habit. When reading books or watching TV, it is necessary to concentrate, the brain needs to concentrate on blood supply, and the feet have poor temperature perception. It is recommended to listen to some light music when soaking feet to relax the body and mind.
Thirdly, do not go to bed immediately after soaking your feet. Soaking your feet before bedtime is also a common choice for many people. After soaking your feet, we will think that our body is warm, and sleeping with a blanket directly can keep you warm. However, after soaking your feet, the temperature has not completely reached your whole body. At this time, it is recommended to do some simple and easy massages on your feet and calves to transfer heat to your whole body. Sleeping in this way in winter is even warmer.
From this perspective, soaking feet has certain benefits for conception, but it is important to do so correctly. In winter, the weather is cold, and most people like to soak their feet in very hot water, which is not acceptable and can easily cause injury. It is best to control the water temperature at around 45 degrees Celsius. Also, soak your feet for 20-25 minutes and do not soak for too long.
