10. Press the nail for 5 seconds “until it turns white” and then poof, release.
This is a method used in the medical field to check blood circulation. The procedure is simple. Press the pink part of your index fingernail with the opposite finger for 5 seconds until it turns white. Then release your finger and count the time it takes for the nail to return to its original pink color. If you are healthy, it will return in an instant (within 2 seconds). If it takes more than 2 seconds, it may be a sign that blood is not circulating smoothly to all parts of the body. If you suffer from coldness or body fatigue, please check frequently after taking a bath to warm up your body.
*This article is a collection of tips for maintaining good health and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.
If you have any symptoms of concern, please be sure to consult your doctor.
