Saffron has various effects such as promoting blood circulation, resolving stasis, relieving depression, and dispersing blockages. Many health enthusiasts use saffron to soak their feet. So how should saffron be used to soak feet?
Methods of using saffron foot soak
Method 1:
Steps:
1. Take a slightly larger clay pot or earthenware pot (metal containers are not recommended).
2. Put 0.1-0.3 grams of saffron into the pot and add warm water.
3. Boil and simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
4. Pour the boiled water into a wooden basin and let it cool to a temperature that the skin can tolerate before soaking the feet (the recommended water temperature is around 40-50 degrees Celsius).
5. Soak for about 20 minutes and then dry.
Method 2:
1. Put 0.3 grams of saffron into a wooden basin.
2. Pour boiling water into the basin.
3. Let the water cool to a temperature that the skin can tolerate. (It is not recommended to add cold water to speed up the cooling process).
How much saffron to use for foot soak
0.1-0.3 grams.
Saffron is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb with the effects of promoting blood circulation, resolving stasis, cooling blood, detoxifying, relieving depression, and calming the mind. Because saffron has a strong blood circulation effect, using 0.1-0.3 grams of saffron for foot soak is sufficient. Using too much saffron not only causes waste but may also accelerate blood circulation in the body, leading to discomfort such as dizziness and palpitations.
How long to soak feet with saffron
About 20 minutes.
Whether using saffron or other foot soak methods, it is recommended to soak the feet for about 20 minutes each time. Prolonged foot soaking is not advisable because it accelerates blood circulation in the body and increases the burden on the heart and brain, which may cause dizziness, palpitations, excessive sweating, and other adverse reactions.
Can saffron foot soak be done every day?
In general, it is possible.
Saffron has a strong effect of promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Soaking feet with saffron has certain auxiliary therapeutic effects for symptoms such as dysmenorrhea, bruises, and poor sleep. For people with these symptoms, soaking feet with saffron every day is generally not a problem. However, for ordinary individuals, it is usually sufficient to soak the feet 2-3 times a week.
What are the contraindications of saffron foot soak?
1. The water temperature should not be too high.
When using saffron for foot soak, the water temperature should not be too high. It is generally recommended to be around 40 degrees Celsius. If the water temperature is too high, it may accelerate blood circulation throughout the body, increase the burden on the heart and brain, and cause discomfort such as dizziness, sweating, and fainting.
2. It is not advisable to soak on an empty stomach or after a meal.
Soaking feet with saffron is not advisable on an empty stomach or immediately after a meal. During foot soaking, blood circulation increases while the blood supply to the digestive system decreases. Soaking on an empty stomach or immediately after a meal may affect the digestive function of the gastrointestinal tract and is not conducive to gastrointestinal health. It is generally recommended to soak the feet 1-2 hours after a meal or before going to bed.
3. Metal containers are not recommended.
When using saffron for foot soak, it is recommended to use a wooden basin or ceramic container instead of a metal container. The components of saffron may react with metal, which is not beneficial to human health.
4. Not suitable for pregnant women.
Saffron has a strong effect of promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Although the external application is weaker than internal administration, its therapeutic effect should not be underestimated. Therefore, it is recommended that pregnant women avoid using saffron for foot soak to avoid stimulating uterine smooth muscle, causing discomfort in the abdomen, or even miscarriage.
5. Not suitable for women during menstruation.
Soaking feet with saffron can promote blood circulation in the body and also has a certain stimulating effect on the uterus. Women during menstruation may experience increased menstrual flow or prolonged menstruation when soaking feet with saffron.
6. Not suitable for individuals with bleeding conditions.
Individuals with bleeding conditions should also avoid using saffron for foot soak. Saffron accelerates blood circulation, and using saffron for foot soak may increase bleeding.
