Do Your Feet Swell With Heat? Here Is Grandma's Cure That Works!
I often have swollen feet from the heat.
As a result, my feet look like those of the Michelin Bibendum!
My feet are then all squeezed in my sandals and the straps leave horrible marks on the skin.
It's not really pretty and it's super uncomfortable to walk on.
Fortunately, my grandmother told me about her natural remedy to quickly relieve swollen feet.
Effective treatment is make a magnesium chloride foot bath with sage leaves. Look :
What you need
- 2 tablespoons of magnesium chloride (or Nigari)
- a basin
- a few sage leaves (optional)
How to do
1. Fill the basin with lukewarm water.
2. Pour in the magnesium chloride.
3. Stir to mix.
4. Add the sage leaves.
5. Immerse your feet in this bath.
6. Leave on for 15 min.
7. Dry your feet well.
Results
And now, thanks to this remedy from grandmother, your feet are no longer swollen :-)
Easy, fast and efficient, isn't it?
No more sticky feet! Your feet are no longer painful and have regained their lightness.
This treatment is recommended for tired, sore and heat-swollen feet.
It relieves, relaxes and tones swollen feet in minutes.
No need to buy gel to lighten and relieve swollen feet!
Why does it work?
Most of the time, fluid retention in the tissues is responsible for the swelling of the feet.
The magnesium contained in magnesium chloride is released on contact with lukewarm water. It is thus more easily absorbed by the skin.
It helps to relax and tone the feet. It improves blood circulation and helps reduce fluid buildup.
Sage regulates perspiration. Very useful when it's hot!
Bonus tip
To relieve swollen feet, you can also put 10 drops of cypress essential oil and 5 drops of lemon essential oil in a basin of lukewarm water.
Then take a foot bath for ten minutes to find light feet.
Additional advice
- Spray your legs with a cold shower, starting from the bottom of the leg to the top. Vary the intensity of the jet but avoid freezing water. Continue for 5 min.
- Wear class 3 compression stockings or soak socks in menthol lotion and put them on for 15 minutes.
- Elevate your legs by resting them vertically on a wall. Or put them on a chair when working in a seated position.
- Put a thick cushion under your feet at night.
- Avoid being overweight and do not eat fatty foods.
- Eat foods rich in antioxidants, such as omega-3s, vitamin C and E and those which are good for the blood circulation (fish, white meat, fruits and red vegetables). They have the particularity of reducing water retention.
Precautions
Swelling of the feet is often caused by heat, fatigue, a long walk, or prolonged standing or sitting.
But it can also be a sign of more serious diseases: venous insufficiency, diabetes ... It is therefore preferable to consult a doctor.
If you are pregnant, severe swelling of the feet may be a sign of preeclampsia. This is a medical emergency and a doctor should be consulted immediately.
Magnesium chloride (or Nigari) treatments are not recommended for people with kidney failure or kidney problems. So consult a doctor if you are concerned before starting this treatment.
Your turn...
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Heavy and Swollen Legs from Heat? Natural Remedies To Know.
The Natural Remedy To Relieve Heat Swollen Feet.
