The feet are the “second heart” of the body – FOOT SOAKING not only warms the feet, but also warms the FIVE VISCERAL VISCERA. Old Tuan will explain to everyone why he says so!
Folks, in traditional medicine there is a saying: “The feet are the root of the human being, the kidneys are the root of the innate.” The feet are not only the last part of the body, but are also considered the “second heart” – where countless important acupuncture points are concentrated, connecting the meridians with the five internal organs.
Today I want to share with you: Foot soaking – thought to be just a relaxing habit, but in fact is an ancient health care method, can help warm the five internal organs, regulate blood circulation, prevent and treat many diseases if done correctly.
1. Why are feet called the “second heart”?
On the soles of the feet there are more than 60 important acupuncture points, especially the Yongquan point (belonging to the Kidney meridian) – where “true energy” begins to arise and spread throughout the body.
The Yin meridians of the Spleen, Liver, and Kidneys all originate from the feet. When the feet are cold, blood and qi stagnate, kidney qi weakens, and internal organs are easily damaged.
Modern medicine also confirms that the feet contain a dense network of capillaries and nerves, closely linked to the heart and brain. Keeping the feet warm is keeping the blood circulating.
Therefore, keeping feet warm is to keep the heart and kidneys in harmony, the blood and qi flowing smoothly, which also means to nourish longevity.
2. Foot soak – not only warms the feet, but also warms the five internal organs
Foot soaking not only relaxes muscles, but also has profound therapeutic and health-preserving values:
Warming and clearing the meridians: Heat from warm water leads energy to the Yongquan point, dilating capillaries and promoting blood circulation from bottom to top.
Kidney tonic – yang tonic: Stimulates kidney qi, improves symptoms of kidney yang deficiency such as nocturia, cold hands and feet, fatigue, and decreased libido.
Regulating the five internal organs: When the meridians in the feet are opened, the Heart – Liver – Spleen – Lungs – Kidneys are all regulated; thanks to that, the spirit is relaxed and sleep is deeper.
Reduce bone and joint pain: Elderly people, heavy workers, people with degenerative arthritis… soaking their feet regularly will see a significant reduction.