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I love soaking my feet in hot water as it is relaxing, but i heard that it reduces blood flow to brain. is that true? if so, can it be dangerous?
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No: This isn't true. Don't make water to hot.
Answered 7/2/2013
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Swelling: Not anymore than usual, the feet swell but not because of decreased blood flow to brain.
Answered 7/2/2013
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Not true....: Anytime a body part is heated up, there will be an increase in blood flow to that area. There is nowhere near enough blood diverted from the brain to even be noticed.
Answered 7/3/2013
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