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My mom recommended this foot bath to me a long time ago, but I only really started using it in recent years. When my feet began to hurt more after work, swelling and a feeling of heavy legs appeared as well, I tried it and have practiced it regularly ever since. Just 15–20 minutes and I feel reborn. My feet are much better, I feel refreshed and, above all, no pain. My mom used it to ease arthritis pain as well.
Foot bath that relieves foot pain, gets rid of swelling and fatigue
Mix 1–2 cups of apple cider vinegar with six cups of warm water and soak your feet in this liquid, leaving them to soak until the water cools. This bath is excellent for the feeling of heavy and swollen feet — thanks to its high potassium content it helps reduce fluid retention, which is a common cause of foot swelling. It also works against unpleasant tingling in the legs, RPE which I often had trouble falling asleep because of; definitely try it — it’s harmless and can feel really good after a hard day.
Vinegar compresses also help with swelling — they can even help with swelling after an insect bite.
More tips on how to use apple cider vinegar
Rubbing sore joints
Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and combine with coconut oil until you obtain a paste-like consistency. Apply this to the affected area, rubbing it in thoroughly with circular motions. If you have problems with neck pain or other painful parts of the body, dampen a warm towel in water with apple cider vinegar and apply it as a warm compress.
A drink that helps bowel function, helps with joint pain and is also great for weight loss
Mix 1 to 3 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with 800 ml (8 dl) of water. Cherry juice, in addition to water, is also a good choice because it has a beneficial effect on the joints. Drink one cup of this beverage 3 times a day, preferably before meals.
Oil and apple cider vinegar
You can make a massage oil with apple cider vinegar. Simply mix 1 tablespoon of olive or coconut oil with two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. Massage this mixture into sore joints for several minutes. Repeat the massage every day for pain relief.
For peaceful sleep
Diluted apple cider vinegar with honey promotes calm, uninterrupted, sweet sleep.
Against sweaty feet
Apple cider vinegar can also be used to fight foot fungus or sweaty feet. Mix apple cider vinegar with warm water in a ratio of 1:5, pour into a basin and soak your feet for 10–15 minutes.
Detoxifying bath
Add 1 cup of apple cider vinegar with ⅓ to 1 cup of bath salt and 5–10 drops of essential oils to the bath. Stay in this bath for at least 30 minutes.
For healthy intestines (use for a maximum of one month)
Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which is its main component — it makes it acidic and gives it an antiseptic effect. It is a balm for the intestines. It can treat all intestinal problems — from gas to diarrhea to various colics. It also supports digestion (thanks to malic acid). In addition to that, apple cider vinegar contains citric acid, minerals (potassium, magnesium, calcium …), vitamin B, C and folic acid.
