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Posted by gardenergirl on October 30, 2004, at 11:19:33
Hi all,
I recently went to a massage therapist who also does cranio-sacral, Reiki, and other types of energy work. She recommended vinegar baths to me to help stimulate energy flow. Anyone have any experience or knowledge of this? From what I've read so far, it is supposed to either bring energy to your system, or just serve as an anti-septic soak.Thanks in advance,
gg
Posted by Cass on October 30, 2004, at 18:30:07
In reply to vinegar baths?, posted by gardenergirl on October 30, 2004, at 11:19:33
I've never heard of it, but do you know what kind of vingegar she's talking about? Household white vinegar? Apple cider vinegar?
Just curious.
Posted by TeeJay on October 30, 2004, at 21:08:11
In reply to vinegar baths?, posted by gardenergirl on October 30, 2004, at 11:19:33
If she is recommending a vinegar bath, I'd take her remarks with a big pinch of salt as whe obviously has a big chip on her shoulder ;-)
Posted by JenStar on October 30, 2004, at 23:58:18
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by TeeJay on October 30, 2004, at 21:08:11
hi gg,
vinegar is weak acetic acid, and acid does have the ability to break down other substances (like contaminants.) Acids (in dilute solutions) are the prime components in many common cleaning products.I haven't heard of vinegar baths being scientifically proven to be beneficial for cleansing human skin more effectively than other methods, although that doesn't mean that they AREN'T. Vingegar is a good cleanser in general. I suppose that vinegar might remove 'gunk' or 'junk' without leaving soapy films or residues...???
I DO know that my ob/gyn doesn't think douching is a good idea under normal circs b/c it breaks down useful bacteria and changes body pH (sorry to anyone if that is too much info!) Since vinegar is used in many douche solutions, I'd think about the nature of the vinegar bath and whether it's the right thing for your body.
I'd be very interested in hearing from anyone who has tried it and has feedback! I personally find vingar to be a great carpet spot cleanser for pet messes...very interesting to hear that it might be good for people too.
JenStar
Posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 15:24:47
In reply to Re: vinegar baths?, posted by Cass on October 30, 2004, at 18:30:07
Hi Cass,
She specifically said apple cider vinegar...about a quart in the bath water.gg
Posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 15:28:04
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by TeeJay on October 30, 2004, at 21:08:11
Took me a minute...but...LOL!
gg
Posted by tealady on October 31, 2004, at 16:52:10
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » TeeJay, posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 15:28:04
> Took me a minute...but...LOL!
>
> ggTJ, LOL from me2 :)
GG,
I do know people with chemical sensitivies use vinegar for cleaning windows instead of windex say.
So I guess it would be good at removing a layer of grease but usually our skin doesn't need to have the moisture stripped, unless I guess if you have problematic super greasy skin?Apple cider vinegar seems to work for clearing out blocked milk ducts too when its swallowed, not sure how, but seems like it must be good at dissolving somehow??
http://www.smartskincare.com/skinbiology/sebum.html
I guess the idea is based the acidity of vinegar as well as its cleaning properties
NO idea really
Posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 17:00:11
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by tealady on October 31, 2004, at 16:52:10
She definitely was thinking of this as an energy thing versus a cleaning thing. She didn't mention cleaning or skin at all. So, if you believe in the idea of energy creation/exchange/system, however you might think of it...that is what I think she was getting at.
Interesting about physical properties, though. Maybe being cleaner allows energy to flow more freely??? :)
gg
Posted by tealady on October 31, 2004, at 17:14:51
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » tealady, posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 17:00:11
>
> Interesting about physical properties, though. Maybe being cleaner allows energy to flow more freely??? :)No idea, I left my comments on energy flow out as I don't understand it at all..although I do sense it I think.
Posted by Larry Hoover on November 2, 2004, at 11:53:28
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » tealady, posted by gardenergirl on October 31, 2004, at 17:00:11
> She definitely was thinking of this as an energy thing versus a cleaning thing. She didn't mention cleaning or skin at all. So, if you believe in the idea of energy creation/exchange/system, however you might think of it...that is what I think she was getting at.
>
> Interesting about physical properties, though. Maybe being cleaner allows energy to flow more freely??? :)
>
> ggMaybe it's related to your partner going, "Geez, what's that smell?" and wanting to slather better smelling stuff all over the clean skin?
Lar
Posted by gardenergirl on November 3, 2004, at 1:26:10
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by Larry Hoover on November 2, 2004, at 11:53:28
Ha ha ha! My hubby has a very poor sense of smell. He wouldn't notice it at all. I guarantee it!
gg
Posted by TofuEmmy on November 3, 2004, at 20:31:45
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by Larry Hoover on November 2, 2004, at 11:53:28
Larry - That was completely disgusting and made ME want to take a vinegar bath.
I think GG is too sweet to even understand your reference.
em
Posted by Larry Hoover on November 3, 2004, at 20:39:45
In reply to Re: vinegar baths?, posted by TofuEmmy on November 3, 2004, at 20:31:45
> Larry - That was completely disgusting and made ME want to take a vinegar bath.
>
> I think GG is too sweet to even understand your reference.
>
> emDisgusting? Who wants to lie next to apple cider vinegar when it could be scented lotion? Eh? Or do I not get your drift? Eh?
Lar
Posted by jakeman on November 7, 2004, at 22:16:41
In reply to vinegar baths?, posted by gardenergirl on October 30, 2004, at 11:19:33
I've done baths with epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) and it gave me a cleased feeling and helped with sleep a bit.
Posted by gardenergirl on November 8, 2004, at 13:48:53
In reply to Re: vinegar baths?, posted by jakeman on November 7, 2004, at 22:16:41
Thanks for your input. I was concerned that I wouldn't sleep well after, but I did. I also felt refreshed. (and no nasty smell...it was too dilute, Lar!)
gg
Posted by Larry Hoover on November 8, 2004, at 15:15:50
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » jakeman, posted by gardenergirl on November 8, 2004, at 13:48:53
> Thanks for your input. I was concerned that I wouldn't sleep well after, but I did. I also felt refreshed. (and no nasty smell...it was too dilute, Lar!)
>
> ggI was hoping that lotions slathering would be a beneficial side effect. ;-)
Posted by jakeman on November 11, 2004, at 0:22:42
In reply to Re: vinegar baths? » gardenergirl, posted by Larry Hoover on November 8, 2004, at 15:15:50
I hope to work that into my regimin :)
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