​PADA  ( MEANS FOOT ) ABHYANGA ( MASSAGE USING OIL)

​  A   CALMING   ĀYURVEDIC   FOOT   BATH.
Leslie Dee this is a service. ,, foot bath and Padabhyangam Therapy
​ Pamper  Your Feet
The Ayurveda Way

​Ayurvedic talks about the human body is an upside down tree or a inverted tree where in  the roots are located at the top ( head ) and the branches are pointing downwards ( upper and lower limbs ) attached to the trunk ( trunk of body) are directed downwards.
​The trees are nurtured at their roots but the fruits are obtained always in their branches.
​The feet are the branches that keep us connected to nature.
The feet are an important organ of action, and their relation to eye health is important a principal source of Ayurvedic knowledge. This shows it is essential to take good care of your feet. Feet are connected not just to our eyes but have benefits for your entire nervous system and body.
Here are some of the basic principles you need to follow while taking care of your feet the (Ayurvedic way.) There are many therapies and recipes in Ayurvedic foot care but Padabhyanga (Ayurvedic foot massage) is the mother of all foot care regimens.
Ayurveda always emphasizes that prevention is better than cure. You can experience Padabhyanga (Ayurvedic foot massage) in spite of being healthy. It rejuvenates and enhances your health, and a foot massage may help keep diseases at bay.

​Ayurvedic Foot Massage (Padabhyanga)Ayurvedic foot massage is done with oils with added herbs for your dosha ( body type )It is a concept beyond massage. It is a holistic approach to healing.
Massaging your feet helps detoxify your body, balance emotions, and improve blood and lymph circulation. A foot massage before bed helps with sleep.

TRY Lavender Licorice Restorative Exfoliator (For Sensitive Skin) | Oatmeal Nutmeg Smoothifying Exfoliator (For Dry/Vata Skin) to gently cleanse and exfoliate your feet.
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To keep foot massage simple use readily available oils with the Kansa Foot Wand.

• Vata types can use sesame oil, ghee or
• Pitta types can use ghee, coconut oil or sunflower oil.
• Kapha types can use ghee, sesame oil or jojoba oil.

​Ayurvedic foot care: 4 ways to nourish your feet

You feel so grounded, rooted, secure and belonging to this earth only when you put your feet on the ground, it is your feet that connects the being in you to the earth. 

Ayurvedic FOOT CARE often include the extensive use of metals. Bowls made from bronze and tin help eliminate toxins from the body. They also help maintain body temperature and balance. Applying the strokes in circular motions on the plantar surface particularly helps in blood circulation. Copper, tin, and bronze are all popular and widely used. A small bronze bowl called “kasa” is often coated with oil and warmed up to gently massage the foot.
The feet are also 
exposed to the fumes of herbal decoctions, if needed.

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Padabhyangam Therapy

Ayurveda illustrates that different parts of the feet correspond to different organs in the body. The feet have pressure points called “marma”. These are the energy centers that run throughout the body. When pressed, it triggers the circulatory energies in the liver, kidneys, stomach, neck, heart, head, and other organs.

In Ayurveda, five marmas (vital areas) out of 107 marmas are located in each foot and they also contain many nerve endings. Padabhyanga helps release all the negative energy from these marmas and contributes to good health and well-being.

It is safe to say that Padabhyanga directly influences the subconscious nature while simultaneously providing a psychological cleansing effect.
“Pada” in Sanskrit means “foot” and “abhyangam” means “massage using oils”. Together, this means foot massage. This Ayurvedic therapy considers our feet as the focal point of all energies that connect the body to the earth; just the way the roots of a tree connect its branches, trunk, and leaves to the mother earth. Nourishment of the root yields a good fruit, so nourishment through Padabhyangam yields wellness of the body.

This therapy begins with applying lukewarm oil or ghee to the feet, including soles, heels, ankle joints, and legs. Applying the oil liberally allows instant purgation for detoxification. Many organs in the body have nerves that terminate in the feet, so a therapy that focuses on treating these nerves proves quite beneficial for those experiencing general health and mind issues. Padabhyangam helps to strengthen these nerves and restores health to many parts of the body.



​Padabhyangam should not be done when you have a cold, fever, toxin-induced coma, blood infection, thrombosis, indigestion, abnormal skin condition, or any circulatory disorder of the lower limbs.

​How do your feet feel today? Aching? Neglected? Could they use a little love and nourishment? We tend to forget about our feet - especially during the busy times when we are running from place to place trying to squeeze it all in.  We put our feet in socks, we put them in shoes and we forget about them. But they’re the most important part of our body in some ways, and they deserve love and attention.  HERE ARE TWO REASONS WHY:

1) Our feet connect us to the earth We are cosmic beings, and we are also earthly beings. Our feet connect us to the earth and serve as our foundation for our body and spirit.  When we are fully connected to our bodies, and to the earth, we can participate more fully in the present moment.
​2 ) Our feet are conduits of prana Our feet contain several marma points which are related to the organs and how the body functions.  Marmas are junctures where our physical and spiritual bodies meet. These points are connected to the chakras and the nadis - subtle channels through which prana flows.  As the primary source of our energetic, mental and physical health, prana is the single most important factor in healing.  When prana flows evenly throughout the whole being, we are able to think and perceive with greater clarity and we open up to higher consciousness. Appreciate your feet each day, take good care of them and they will serve you well.


HERE ARE FOUR WAYS TO NOURISH YOUR FEET: 


1. Essential oil foot soak for aching feet 10 drops Rosemary essential oil or a sprig of fresh Rosemary 5 drops Eucalyptus essential oil 5 drops Peppermint essential oil Or Patchouli essential oil - 10 drops Lavender essential oil - 10 drops Place all ingredients in a basin of warm water and soak the feet for 10-20 minutes. Sit in a quiet place in a comfortable relaxed position so that mind and body can let go. Allow your prana, or life force, to move through your body as you commune with the intelligence and consciousness the plants have to offer. Let this time be a reminder of who you truly are. Leave out electronics of any sort to allow your mind and body to just let go. 2. Oil your feet A gentle application of sesame oil or an herbal medicinal oil before bed helps the sleep and encourages the connection between the body and spirit. 3. Walk barefoot Rejuvenate and strengthen your feet by walking barefoot on the earth - dirt, grass, sand.  4. Invest in some good shoes Wear shoes that actually fit your feet and are supportive of the natural design of your body.

​These blends were developed based on Ayurvedic principles, using herbs that are generally available in the U.S. and most of which you may be familiar with. Each tin contains enough of the herb blend for about twelve foot baths. In the picture above, the tin on top is Kapha, then from left to right Vata, Pitta, and Chakra Balancing.
Pacify your dosha or balance your chakras at the same time improving your overall health and well-being. (You don't have to drink tea made from roots and bark to gain their benefits.) Relax and enjoy a foot bath!
Choose from:

• Pitta Cool and calming, pacifying pitta energies.
• Kapha Warm and stimulating, pacifying kapha energies.
• Vata Warm and grounding, pacifying vata.
• Chakra Balancing Seven spices- one for balancing each of the seven chakras.

If you're not ready to plunge into 12 footbaths of one kind, check out the Ayurvedic Foot Bath Sampler. Not sure which one is best for you? Liz offers an very unofficial guide for those unfamiliar with Ayurveda. Click on the Liz's Notes below.

​How to Make A Detox Foot Soak At Home to Flush
 There are many easy ways to get healthy naturally, all it takes is a little extra effort. Detox remedies from fasting to foot baths make me excited to share them with you for a happier, healthier life style.
HERE’S HOW TO MAKE THE DETOX FOOT SOAK AT HOME TO FLUSH TOXINS:
 To start : 
Epsom salt: A salt distilled from mineral-rich water, Epsom salt is widely used as a beauty and wellness product. It is also widely acclaimed as a legitimate treatment for arthritis, joint pain, skin disorders, and sore muscles. 

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate): Speaking of toxins, the sodium bicarbonate in baking soda can eliminate them quick, fast, and in a hurry. Aside from terminating toxins, baking soda is a known remedy for treating sore feet and helping foot odor.

Castor oil: Castor oils are rich in minerals, vitamin E, and unsaturated fatty acids. In other words, it’s wonderful for pampering your feet. Also, castor oils contain potent antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Medicinally, castor oil is widely used as a treatment for athlete’s foot.

Water: No anti-toxin would be complete without water. Consumed internally, water hydrates your skin in a way that no other synthesized chemical can. Externally, when we soak our feet, water hydrates the skin and opens the pores. The latter mechanism is important for proper absorption of the other three ingredients on this list.
How much do you need ?

HERE’S A BREAKDOWN OF THE AMOUNTS OF EACH INGREDIENT YOU’LL NEED FOR YOUR FOOT SOAK RECIPE:
– Castor oil: 10 drops
– Baking soda: 2 tablespoons
– Epson salt : 2 tablespoons
– Water: 5 to 6 liters
WHAT DO I DO?!”
– Pour the five to six liters of water into a bowl.
– Add the baking soda, castor oil, and Epsom salt.
– Mix the ingredients just a bit.
After mixing all of the ingredients, soak your feet for roughly 20 to 30 minutes. Wipe your feet off with a towel, and you’re done!
Besides helping to clear our body of toxins, foot soaks are a great way to relax after a long day. The warm water hydrates your skin, soothes the muscles, and helps relieve aches and pains. All of the ingredients included in this foot soak recipe either strengthen or provide additional benefits to a traditional warm water foot soak.

​Foot massage should not be done when you have a fever, cold, toxin-induced coma, lymphatic or blood infections, thrombosis, indigestion, abnormal skin conditions, circulatory disorders of the lower limbs, and during acute trauma to the foot.