Manufacturers of foot spas claim that the foot spa units work by drawing out toxins from the body by means of ions generated when an array is placed in the water of the foot bath. Some also claim to balance bio-energetic fields, enabling detoxification. The array runs a very low electric current through the water. Because water is a poor conductor of electricity, salt is added to conduct the current. According to the makers of these detox spa units, when you submerge your feet in the foot spa water, toxins and other impurities, bonding with the ions, are drawn out through the pores of your feet. The manufacturers maintain that using a foot spa machine for a few weeks can help you feel energized and aid your body in clearing out toxins.
Step 1
Rinse a large plastic basin with water and dishwashing soap. Make sure you use a plastic basin to submerge your feet in and not a metal one. Metals will interfere with the generation of the necessary current.
Step 2
Connect the electrical wall outlet cord to the main control unit. If your foot detox machine is battery operated, turn the unit on and check the batteries. Most foot detox machines will blink if battery levels are low or if the batteries need replacing.
Step 3
Fill the plastic basin halfway with clean warm water and submerge the array module into the basin.
Step 4
Wash your feet with soap and water to remove any skin oils and dirt.
Step 5
Remove all metal and battery-operated objects on your body. These include watches, cellular phones, belts and jewelry. The claim is that the metal in these objects can interfere with the conductivity of the electrodes that supply a low-voltage electric charge.
Step 6
Sit up straight on a chair and submerge both your feet in the basin. Set the timer on the main control panel for 30 minutes. Add 1/2 tbsp. of salt to the water. After a minute, you will notice the water start to change colors. These different colors correspond to the areas of your body being detoxified, according to some practitioners. Read the color interpretation booklet or chart that came with the foot detox machine to find out what part of your body is being detoxified.
Step 7
Rinse your feet with clean water after you hear the timer ring. Continue using the foot detox machine several times a week for the next three weeks, and periodically thereafter.
Things You'll Need
- Foot spa machine
- Plastic basin
- Dishwashing soap
- Salt
- Soap
References
- "The Weekend Weight-Loss Plan: Detox, Shape Up and Feel Fabulous"; Suzi Grant; 2006
- "Detox Yourself: Feel the Difference in 7 Days"; Jane Scrivner; 2007
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