The Healing Properties of Soak Feet in Epsom Salt

You know that there are many acupoints on our feet, and it is also a reflection area of the body's major organs. If you often massage the soles of your feet, or soak your feet, you can get a lot of benefits from it.

Points on the foot
According to ancient Chinese medicine, there are six major meridians on the feet, which are connected with the internal organs such as liver, spleen, stomach and kidney. There are 66 acupoints on the soles of the feet, which run through the whole body meridians to regulate the function of the internal organs. Therefore, proper stimulation of the foot can keep the blood flowing smoothly and promote metabolism.

Wash your feet before going to bed
In the traditional theory of ancient Chinese medicine, the human foot is the "window" leading to the body, and the internal organs have corresponding acupuncture points in the foot. Stick to the feet soaks before going to bed, you can calm your mind, relieve fatigue, and promote sleep. Here, we recommend one way to soak your feet.

1. Soak Feet in Epsom Salt
To enjoy a Epsom foot soak, add one half cup of salts to a small tub that holds enough warm water to cover the feet up to the ankles. Or add 2 cups to a standard size bath tub. Soak feet for 30 to 60 minutes. Combining Epsom salt with essential oil is a relaxing aromatherapy bath treatment. Store the essential oil in a jar with a lid and add a few spoonfuls to bath water.

Healing Properties
Epsom salt is also touted to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. While there is a lack of research supporting these benefits, there may be some reasons why these foot soaks work. First, soaking feet in water will help clean the feet, removing substances that may risk or worsen infections. Warm or hot water improves blood flow to the skin which can promote healing. Because most bacteria do not thrive in a salty environment, soaking feet in Epsom salt could inhibit the growth of the microorganisms that cause infection. Finally, soaking feet in warm or hot water feels good. It’s relaxing, soothing and reduces stress, and this may simply make you feel better.