What are the benefits of applying warmed ginger to a babys feet?

The application of ginger to the soles of children's feet primarily serves to dispel cold and promote blood circulation, which can be effective for treating colds caused by wind and cold. Babies can use ginger on the soles of their feet, but the duration should not be too long, with half an hour being appropriate. Since babies' skin is delicate and ginger can be stimulating, it is recommended to apply warmed ginger to the soles of their feet for a shorter duration. The use of certain stimulating drugs or substances can easily irritate the child's skin, leading to the development of dermatitis.

1. Cutting ginger into small pieces and slightly roasting it before applying it to the Yongquan point on the soles of babies' feet can dispel wind and cold. This point corresponds to the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian, and the components in ginger can be absorbed through the skin and act on the whole body. For babies who refuse to drink or are unable to drink ginger soup, this can be a viable alternative.

2. Ginger has a warm nature and can dispel exterior pathogens, warm the stomach, and stop vomiting. Its active ingredients mainly include gingerol, gingerene, and some aromatic components, which can promote blood circulation, improve the activity of immune cells, and enhance the body's antiviral ability. Drinking ginger soup directly has a good effect on dispelling cold, but many babies refuse to drink it because of its spiciness. In such cases, applying ginger paste to their feet is a more acceptable option.