Have you ever tried getting a massage after a long week of work? Believe it or not, getting a long and relaxing massage can bring many benefits.
Indulging yourself in a massage treatment at least once a month can lessen your back pain, improve your range of motion, ease your dependence on medication, and help stretch out and exercise tight, atrophied muscles.
Massages are not only helpful for busy people like you, but expectant mothers and athletes are known to have better-prepared bodies while keep in good shape.
Other benefits of getting a massage can relieve migraines, relax overused muscles, improve the circulation of oxygen and nutrients in the body, and so much more.
However, there are some things you should consider after a remedial style massage to enjoy its full benefit.
Here are five tips on what you should do and the type of foods you should eat after massage to avoid problems:
Tip #1. Drink some water.
Healthcare practitioners and therapists recommend that you drink plenty of water after every massage.
Although drinking water has many benefits for the body, it's most helpful in providing your body with proper hydration.
It will help your organs, especially the kidneys, which produce much-needed daily substances.
It is recommended to drink water before the massage to help the massage therapists complete a deep work and manipulate muscles with ease.
Tip #2. Eat light foods.
Eating a snack or something light before and after a massage is advised by healthcare practitioners.
Avoid eating heavy meals after a massage. You can eat a handful of almonds and a banana one or two hours before the massage then have some vegetarian food afterward.
You can stir-fry vegetables or steam them with rice or pasta together with some herbal tea.
Tip #3. Take a warm bath.
Nothing beats a soothing bath after a massage. You can add some Epsom salts to increase the benefits as they will help relax your muscles.
Besides, Epsom salts are excellent in eliminating body toxins. If you don’t have any Epsom salts, a soothing, warm bath will still manage to relax your muscles.
Tip #4. Take a rest.
Getting a massage might make you feel tired, which is natural, so you should take a rest and lie down for a while and take a nap. Listen to your body and allow time so that you can take a rest after your massage session.
This is the best time for your body to recover and rebalance everything inside.
Tip #5. Never have a massage treatment if you are sick or experiencing a contagious condition.
No one wants to catch what you have, and your symptoms might worsen if you receive a massage treatment without telling the staff that you are ill.
Massage is indeed very relaxing and can often result in an increase in thirst.
Remember to drink water only and avoid soft drinks, coffee, and tea. You should also steer clear of anything with alcohol in it. The effects of alcohol are multiplied when blood flow increases and can impair vision and balance, even if taken in moderation.
Sources: Graeme De Goldi, Melbourne Institute of Massage Therapy
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