HERB - Detox

[CorwynWdwd@aol.com]

Another thing that helps with lactic acid buildup is a hot bath with a cup or 
two of apple cider vinegar in it. I cannot say why what is essentially a 
topical application of watered vinegar works, but it does. There IS a 
difference between a hot bath with apple cider vinegar and just a hot bath.

The "knots" you describe are the results of what is known as an ischemic 
condition. It means the muscle is starved for something, in this case oxygen. 
Oxygen is what allows the calcium in the muscle fibers that caused them to 
contract to return to the fiber's calcium receptors and allow that fiber to 
relax, so getting oxygen to the muscles is important.

Actually, lactic acid buildup, among other things, damages the muscle fibers, 
which causes yet another type of soreness. It does help to get the blood 
flowing to the area to absorb and move out those toxins.

Just thought I'd clear that up <G>

Corwyn Wodwarde

MKA Bill Hudson LMT 

In a message dated 3/15/2000 11:05:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
noxcat at hotmail.com writes:

> Massage done by a "Massage Therapist" will help release any lactic acid 
>  built up in the muscles. Lactic Acid buildup contributes to "knots" and 
can 
>  decrease muscle buildup. Water consumption after the massage will help 
>  remove the lactic acid from the body.
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