Navel Candling, also called Stomach Candling or Tummy Candling, involves burning a hollow herbal candle placed over the naval. The burning candle creates a vacuum, and the heat in combination with beneficial herbs is thought to help with expelling toxins by sucking debris through it, out of the navel cavity.
During the process, hot herbal compresses may be used to first relax the abdominal area, followed by a light Abdominal Massage to help promoting blood circulation.
Apart from expelling toxins (detoxification), other supposed benefits are the stimulation of the body’s lymphatic system and the digestive system, and the alleviation of bloating, abdominal pains, endocrine disorders, and gastric problems.
The combination of Navel Candling and Abdominal Massage can be found in a variety of countries, such as in China, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
