Feet warm, stomach soft and head cold... why is this saying said?

News Topical, Digital Desk : Indian culture and Ayurveda have given many formulas (Traditional Wellness Saying) for a healthy life. One of these famous sayings is - "Feet warm, stomach soft and head cool." (Natural Healing Tips) But do you know why it is said so? Why should the feet be warm, stomach soft and head cool.

Actually, the meaning of this proverb is that the person whose feet are warm, stomach is soft (Soft Stomach Proverb) and head is cool, that is, he is completely healthy, he does not need any medicine. Now let us know about this one by one.

Why should feet be warm?

According to Ayurveda, keeping the feet warm is considered good for health. There are many important nerves and acupressure points in the feet, which are connected to different parts of the body. If the feet remain cold, it can be a sign of poor blood circulation. It can also be a symptom of a serious health problem. Therefore, a person's feet should be warm. For this, Ayurveda recommends massaging the feet with lightly warm oil.

Why is it advised to keep the stomach soft?

"Soft stomach" means that digestion is absolutely fine. Constipation, gas or bloating makes the stomach feel very heavy, which is a digestive problem. So if the stomach is not soft and feels full, then it can be a sign of a digestive problem. According to Ayurveda, the stomach is the root of many diseases, so it is important to have a healthy digestive system. So to keep the stomach healthy, eat fiber-rich food, drink water and exercise daily.

Why should the head be cool?

The head gets hot when we have a fever. However, sometimes the head can get hot due to getting too angry or stressed, which can cause health problems. If the head remains hot for a long time, it can cause increased blood pressure, problems related to eyes and ears and insomnia. Therefore, to keep the head cool, one should do Shitkari Pranayama and Chandra Anulom-Vilom. Also, if the head is getting hot, you can also keep a wet cloth on the head. 

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