Foot soaking in mugwort leaf water has many benefits for the human body. Foot soaking in mugwort leaf water can help people dispel cold, dehumidify and unblock meridians. People who suffer from body deficiency, coldness, heavy dampness, internal heat, etc. can use mugwort leaf water to soak their feet.

What are the misunderstandings and taboos of soaking feet in moxa leaf water

First of all, the time of foot soaking in moxa leaf water should be controlled reasonably, not as long as possible. The foot soaking time should not be too long, 15 to 30 minutes is appropriate. When soaking your feet, blood will flow to your lower limbs, which can easily lead to insufficient blood supply to the brain.

Secondly, cardiovascular patients cannot use moxa leaf water to soak their feet. Patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and the elderly should stop soaking their feet to rest if they have chest tightness or dizziness. Diabetic patients have poor peripheral sensory ability, so family members should test the water temperature first to prevent burns.

Thirdly, people with fever, hypotension, and diabetes should use mugwort to soak their feet under the guidance of a doctor. Children should not soak their feet in overheated water for a long time. Because the arches of the feet begin to form in childhood, they must be protected from an early age. If children's feet are often washed with hot water, the ligaments on the soles of the feet will become loose, which is not conducive to the formation and maintenance of the arch of the foot and may easily lead to flat feet.

Finally, foot soaking in moxa leaf water is not better or more frequent: foot soaking in moxa leaf water is enough 2 to 3 times a week, and should not be too frequent. Soaking feet in mugwort can cause fire to descend, sometimes causing insufficient qi and blood in the head and face, easily causing dizziness, headaches, and emotional changes.