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Do you need a coconut oil foot massage: Here are the benefits
Coconut oil is a universal oil and known to be one of the few foods to be categorized as a “super food.” The coconut fruit thrives in tropical countries and has all kinds of uses. It also became very popular in the US however, even though sometime in the 1970’s a propaganda campaign was launched against the use of coconut oil, claiming it was harmful to the body. However, continued research has proven this to be entirely false.
Coconut oil has a lot benefits and can actually heal a lot of diseases. It can be use topically, or taken orally or it can also be used for cooking. Either way, it does address a lot of health issues and is very healthy even for people who are not suffering from anything and just wants to stay healthy.
One of the common use of coconut oil is for massage. In fact is widely used in Ayurveda healing centers because of its healing and relaxing effects. Apart from the fact that it is a super food and therefore very healthy, it is known to have potent anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungus and loaded with anti-oxidants properties. And since it is food grade, it is safe when it is absorbed by the skin. Hence it is good for massage.
Foot massage in reflexology is very effective because on the base of our feet are nerve endings connected to different body parts and vital organs. A regular foot massage heals and rejuvenates your ailing and tired body. This is why this form of natural therapy is very popular in some parts of the world.
One of the most useful but often taken for granted body part are our feet. The moment we wake up we are already on our feet. We use it to take us to places where we want to go. While standing or even sitting, our feet carries our weight and helps support our stance. This is one of the reasons we need to maintain a certain weight, in order to keep our feet healthy. But then again, we all fail to take care of our feet.
Some people enjoys a foot massage in spa’s and salons however, you can have it in the privacy of your own home too. All you need to do is prepare a coconut oil that you can buy from any supermarket, a pair of socks and dry towel. On your bed or living room, sit comfortably and spread out the towel underneath your feet to avoid getting your sofa or bed soaked in coconut oil. Get a generous amount of coconut oil and massage generously. Start with your calf and work your way down the foot. In reflexology there are pressure points you can focus on in order to address certain health issues. You can check online if you want to learn more.
The best thing about using coconut oil it that it’s all natural and safe for the skin. It also has a very nice smell and warm feel that it really relaxes you. After a generous massage you can wear socks and experience a warm feeling. Come morning, all the pains are history and you feel good enough to start another day!
