Various baths are one of the methods widely used in cosmetology. But with the help of such procedures, it is possible not only to improve the condition of the skin and mood, but also to lose those extra pounds.
At least so say the adherents of soda and soda-salt baths. But a number of questions arise as to how effective it is and whether it is harmful to health.
The mechanism of action for weight loss
Taking hot baths with soda brings the body into a state of stress. Basically, the water temperature during these procedures is 38-39 degrees. Soda also has an additional warming effect.
As a result, extreme conditions are created for the organism, the vessels begin to expand first, then sharply narrow.
In order to adapt and "survive" the body activates the process of sweating, as a result of which a significant part of the fluid leaves the lymph and blood.
Actually, due to this, the process of "dropping kilograms" occurs.
The effect of such a weight loss is short-lived. One has only to fill the missing volume of fluid in the body and the weight dropped back. And after such a procedure, one wants to drink strongly, which is not surprising, given the severe dehydration.
Although there are soda baths and positive qualities for weight loss:
- Together with the liquid from the body out toxic substances and slags. This purification helps to improve metabolic processes, as a result of which the process of losing weight is actively.
- The procedure is good in combating swelling, which can be the very "extra pounds."
- Baths have proven themselves in the fight against cellulite. Soda penetrates deep into the skin and smoothes it. If the goal is not so much to lose weight, how to get rid of the "orange peel" on the thighs and buttocks, then soda baths will be very useful.
Good for health or not: expert opinion
Soda baths do not carry special health benefits; rather, on the contrary, they can bring many problems. By itself, the process of creating extreme conditions for the body should be suggestive of harm.
First, a sharp expansion of blood vessels, says a large increase in pressure. Such jumps are very harmful to the cardiovascular system, especially if you have a chronic illness.
In this case, after a bath, a hypertensive crisis may occur. If there are no special problems with the cardiovascular system, the procedure will not end with hospitalization, but nausea and headaches are quite possible.
Secondly, in the process of dehydration the blood becomes thicker. In the presence of atherosclerosis there is a risk of blood clots in the vessels. And this, in turn, can lead to a stroke or heart attack.
For a healthy person, the use of soda baths will pass without any special consequences. But addiction to them can cause slow but sure violations in the body and lead to problems.
Despite the harm that the procedure may cause, there are positive qualities in it. Immersion in a bath of soda has a calming effect on the nervous system.
A one-time procedure will help relieve stress, and holding in the evening contributes to fast sleep and good sleep.
Another beneficial effect can be considered the removal of toxins from the body. Cleansing well affects the acceleration of metabolism. This is a huge plus, but soda is not the only means that will help to achieve that result.
Side effects and disadvantages
Actually, the risk of complications and the development of diseases of the cardiovascular system is one of the main disadvantages of soda baths. You can also highlight:
- dehydration;
- sharp increase in pressure;
- nausea and dizziness are possible;
- the risk of blood clots and as a result: the occurrence of a heart attack or stroke;
- probability of hypertensive crisis and hospitalization.
All of the above disadvantages are also side effects. In order to avoid their appearance, it is better to abandon the baths with soda and practice just soda lotions and rinsing.
The result for losing weight and improving the condition of the skin will be the same as for baths, but the minuses and risks are much less. It is recommended to refuse soda altogether and find other alternative, but safe methods.
Contraindications
Adherents of soda baths from contraindications mark only the use inside and diabetes. As well as a group of chronic diseases, but not specifying which ones. In fact, a lot more contraindications are:
- hypertension;
- atherosclerosis;
- vascular dystonia;
- coronary heart disease and in general any violations of the cardiovascular system;
- oncological diseases;
- kidney disease (not only chronic), etc.
Separately, a group of people should be singled out, which is in any case prohibited soda baths:
- pregnant women;
- women during lactation;
- women during menstruation;
- children and teenagers.
Before making a decision to undergo a complex of soda procedures, it is necessary to first coordinate this with your doctor.
Soda bath recipes
To achieve the maximum effect, it is desirable to observe the indicated proportions and follow the recommendations. Although you can adjust the recipes of baths with soda for weight loss and adjust them for yourself at home.
The main thing is not to increase the amount of soda used. Water temperature can be made lower than recommended, but not to exceed.
Classic option
This is the easiest and most common type of bath for weight loss. You only need 200 g of soda.
- Dial a bath of water 36-38 degrees.
- In a separate container, dissolve soda in hot water.
- The resulting solution should be poured into the total water capacity.
- Take a bath while sitting.
- After getting used to it, add hot water to raise the temperature of the liquid to 39 degrees.
- After 20-30 minutes, finish the procedure, not rinsing in the shower.
- Wear a warm robe or wrap up in a blanket / blanket.
- After forty minutes take a warm shower.
Soda-salt
To improve the properties of soda and a greater effect, you can take soda-salt version of the bath for weight loss. Sea salt has a calming effect on the nervous system, improves blood circulation and cleanses the skin. In addition, it is good in the fight against edema, cellulite and problem skin.
To prepare the bath, you will need 200 g of soda and 300-500 g of sea salt. They need to be diluted in a separate small container in hot water. Before this type in the water bath temperature of 38 degrees.
Pour the resulting solution into water and stir. The procedure is carried out in a sitting position for 20-30 minutes. After the end, as in the classic version, you do not need to take a shower. For 40-50 minutes, cover yourself with a warm blanket and lie down, only after that you need to rinse with warm water.
Anti cellulite
In the fight against obesity and cellulite, essential oils have proven themselves well. In addition, they will make your skin soft and tender. To start, prepare a classic soda bath.
In a separate container, in 100 ml of milk, dilute 5-7 drops of essential oil (choose it at your discretion). Pour the mixture into the prepared soda bath and stir.
You need to take the procedure within 20-30 minutes.
At the end, as in the previous versions, you must first wrap yourself in a warm rug or blanket for about forty minutes, and only then rinse under a warm shower.
How to take a bath with soda for weight loss
To achieve maximum results and minimize the likelihood of harm to health, you need to follow a few simple rules for taking soda baths for weight loss:
- The duration of the procedure should not exceed 20-30 minutes. If you feel that you feel bad, it is better to stop everything and rinse under a shower.
- At the end do not immediately take a shower (except when you feel that you feel unwell). First you need to stay warm for 40-50 minutes (put a bathrobe on, cover with a blanket) and lie down, then rinse with warm water.
- The cycle of soda baths consists of 10 procedures. They must be carried out every other day for the body to rest.
- You can repeat the course only 2 months after the end.
How much can you reset in 10 treatments?
In total for the course you can get rid of up to 10-15 kg. But this is only if you combine baths with proper nutrition and exercise. Slimming, in fact, occurs due to the reduction of calories consumed.
Soda baths are only additional in nature and contribute to the acceleration of metabolism.
What do people say?
Below are reviews of losing weight about baths with soda for weight loss.
I recently heard about soda baths from a friend and decided to give it a try. I was pleased with the result, after each procedure I lose about 700 g. However, most of them return later. But I combine the procedure with the rejection of the sweet and flour, so I hope for a long-lasting result at the end.
Marina, 36 years old, Omsk
I studied the information about such baths. Immediately I was glad that you could lose kilograms without doing anything, but there are a lot of contraindications. Now I am in a situation "and want and prick." But, probably, I will look for other options, with the same effect, but without serious consequences.
Olga, 29 years old, Kursk
I have already taken a course of 10 procedures. Only my “recipe” was a little different from those in the article. I then used about 300 g of soda and a few grams of lavender oil. I did not notice a special result, but I decided that I needed another course. Now I read the article and was horrified by the number of minuses and risks, so I give up the idea of repeating.
Margarita, 41 years old, Nizhnevartovsk
A little more information about soda baths can be found in the following video.
