The average human foot has over 4,000 pores and over 2,000 sweat glands. There's a good reason why footbaths have been utilised for so many years in Ayurvedic and Eastern medicine.

The Romans used this kind of treatment alongside public baths to facilitate osmosis and diffusion, which helped remove toxins from the body.

Although ionisation has just recently been used to the detox foot bath, the technique it enhances is centuries old and is widely used today. The detoxifying effects may be accelerated and magnified when ionisation is included.

Let's get into the specifics of what an best foot detox machine is, how it works, and the health benefits it may provide.

What is detoxification?

Toxic substances, such as metals, mould, yeast, fungi, pesticides, preservatives, and other chemicals, are flushed out of the body during the detoxification process. The liver, the kidneys, and even the skin all play a role in this process in the human body.

However, this natural detoxification process is impeded when the body is overwhelmed with too many pollutants. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that environmental contaminants and chemicals may cause or contribute to a wide variety of ailments.

Detoxification both eliminates toxic buildup and improves the body's inherent cleansing mechanisms. It's the first line of defence in the battle against chronic illness and for better health in general.

What is a detoxification foot bath?

A detoxification foot bath is simply the process of soaking the feet in a tub of warm water. Certain ingredients are added to the water to assist the detoxification process. It’s one of the safest and most relaxing ways to remove toxins from the body.

There are many different types of detoxifying foot treatments, including:

  • To soak your feet in charcoal
  • Foot mask made of bentonite clay
  • Indulge your feet in an Epsom salt bath.
  • Soaking feet with apple cider vinegar
  • Healing and calming effects may be amplified by adding essential oils to these concoctions.

The ion detox footbath is one of the services we provide at Rahav Wellness. This is our preferred strategy since it supports the body's inherent capability to purge toxins. Follow along to find out how everything works!

How an Ion Detox Foot Bath Works

Creating an ionic detox foot soak is a straightforward technique. First, we get a tub going with some warm water. The conductivity of the warm water is increased by adding salt to it. Then, we install a system in the water to generate a mild electrical current.

Depending on the parameters, this direct current converts water into either hydrogen ions and oxygen gas or hydroxide ions and hydrogen gas.

A patient may feel a mild tingling in their feet when the machine is activated. This is because the water and electrolytes that make up our bodies facilitate the flow of electricity. As this current acts as a catalyst to increase the body's own natural detoxification capacities, a tingling sensation may be felt.

After 30 minutes, the water has changed hue. The array's metal plates oxidising and the ions interacting with the water's solutes produce the discoloration.

Because the electrical current from an ionic foot detox goes throughout the body, it has longer-lasting detoxifying benefits than other foot detox techniques. There are other methods that can help you relax, but they don't last as long and can just get rid of toxins on your skin's surface.

The Benefits of an Ionic Detox Footbath

The main advantage of using an ionic detox footbath is that it aids the body's own cleansing processes. In this way, the body is better able to flush out harmful substances like heavy metals.

Achieving these benefits through supporting the body's natural detoxifying mechanisms includes:

  • Improved resistance to disease
  • Relief from inflammation and chronic pain
  • Protecting against long-term illness
  • Alleviation of long-term disease symptoms
  • Indications of Weight Reduction
  • Enhanced vigour and concentration
  • Improved lymphatic flow
  • Improved skin health
  • reduced instances of head pain
  • Superior heart and circulatory health
  • Positive effects on one's state of mind and sense of calm Suppression of Tension
  • Lessening of Foot and Ankle Swelling
  • Enhanced digestion and nutritional uptake

Toxin accumulation and poor elimination might stymie a patient's immune system improvement over time. When toxins accumulate in the body, they cause inflammation and harm the immune system, and the body reabsorbs whatever it can't excrete.

Lymphatic system blockage is avoided by encouraging cleansing and improving circulation. Thus, the patient's general health is enhanced when any remaining toxins are expelled by the body.

Who can benefit from an ion detox foot bath?

An ion detox foot bath is a great way to improve your health for everyone. The majority of our successful cases have included people with chronic conditions including pain, sickness, migraines, and exhaustion.

People with skin diseases, yeast infections, and digestive problems might also benefit from ionic footbaths. Complementing other treatments like intravenous (IV) medication and colon hydrotherapy, this method has proven effective.

Are there any risks?

Extremely few people have any kind of adverse reaction. Some individuals, however, may encounter some modest side effects after their therapy, such as nausea or dizziness. Any health problems or drugs you're taking should be disclosed to your doctor. Those who have diabetes or foot wounds should avoid detox footbaths.

Do ionic foot baths really work?

The usefulness of ionic footbaths has been questioned, however, due to a few tiny and poorly done research. But we've witnessed firsthand the benefits of ion foot baths for our patients. Furthermore, it seems like we're not the only ones who are benefiting from this!

It has been shown via AMD's research that after 30 minutes in a detox foot bath, there is a dramatic rise in the concentration of heavy metals in the water. Glyphosate levels in the urine of patients who underwent ionic detox foot baths decreased significantly, according to another research by AMD.

The increased elimination of toxins in the urine and faeces of ion foot detox patients after three days of therapy is additional evidence that the treatment is effective.

Finally, a research is cited by Pacific College of Health and Science showing that after undergoing ionic cleaning, patients' blood levels of aluminium and arsenic dropped significantly.

Wrapping Things Up

Ionic foot baths are only one aspect of a comprehensive, individualised treatment regimen that includes colon hydrotherapy, lymphatic drainage, and intravenous (IV) therapy to facilitate detoxification. These treatments all improve blood flow and facilitate the elimination of lingering poisons from the human body.

In functional medicine, detoxification is often the initial step in a treatment plan that targets improving organ and tissue performance throughout the body. Whatever the case may be, whether it is genetics, the environment, or lifestyle choices, we aim to treat the whole person and eliminate the root of their ailment.

To promote the body's inherent capacity for self-healing, we use a range of natural approaches and lifestyle-based interventions. Discover more about our functional medicine services if you're serious about taking charge of your health.