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Dealing With Foot Pain

Walking is one of the greatest forms of exercise — but if your feet hurt, you probably don’t want to do much walking! Here are some stretches that can help prevent and relieve foot pain, whether you’re on your feet all day or not. Stretch your toes quickly and easily: sit in a chair with your right leg crossed over your left thigh. Lace your fingers through your toes as if you were holding hands with your foot. Squeeze your fingers (and toes) together for a ten second count, then stretch your fingers (and toes) apart for a ten second … Continue reading →

Foot Fact and Fiction

Think you know all there is to know about your tootsies? Think again. Test your foot IQ with these foot fibs — see if you know the truth! FOOT FICTION: Once you’re an adult, your feet pretty much stay the same size. FOOT FACT: Weight gain, pregnancy, and even basic aging can stretch the ligaments in your feet and make them up to a whole size larger. And you can lose weight in your feet, too. Don’t just assume your feet have stayed the same — try on your shoes and make sure you’re getting a good fit. And just … Continue reading →

Natural Fixes For Dry, Cracked Heels

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As we get ready to roll into summer, the number of lotion commercials on television seems to increase. Especially commercials for foot creams! According to the ads, we should hide our dry, cracked heels away now that “sandal weather” is here. I’ve got some seriously dry and cracked heels. To be completely honest, if I could go barefoot all year, I would. That sure doesn’t help the state of my feet! But there are plenty of at-home remedies that can smooth over the rough edges and get your feet primped and pampered for “sandal weather”. Soak your feet to soften … Continue reading →

Dealing with Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that causes burning, itching, scaling, cracking, with sores and blisters on the affected foot. Fungus grows best in warm, moist areas, that’s why it is attracted to our feet. It is contagious, but it can also usually be treated at home. There are many over the counter remedies available, but they must be used exactly as directed. Here are a few other things to try as well. Let your feet breathe as much as possible. Wear white, cotton socks to help keep your feet dry and avoid exposure to fabric dyes. Some fabric dyes … Continue reading →

Diabetes Management Checklist

Dealing with your diabetes means more than just watching your blood sugar and taking your medicine. Unmanaged blood glucose levels can damage your eyes and kidneys, cause nerve damage, and lead to heart disease. So how do you keep an eye on everything and not go crazy? This diabetes management checklist can help. Check your blood sugar every day. Your blood sugar varies throughout the day based on what you eat and when you eat it. Your doctor may have you check your blood sugar levels more than once daily until your glucose levels are under control. Check your diabetic … Continue reading →

Foot Care – Calluses and Corns

Feet aren’t pretty. Toes are weird. But a corn or callus can make things worse! Corns and calluses are caused by pressure. Your skin grows thicker to protect itself from the pressure. Calluses will develop in places where pressure is frequent and repeated — most often, your hands and feet. Tight shoes, deformed toes, misaligned foot bones, or an abnormal walk can cause calluses to form on your feet. Flat or severely arched feet can also be prone to calluses. And if you wear high-heeled shoes frequently, you may find calluses developing on the ball of your foot! Corns are … Continue reading →

Foot Care – Blister Prevention

The nicer the weather is, the longer my walks tend to get. I just can’t resist the fresh air and sunshine! Whether you’re a hiker, a speed walker, or a stroller, you have to watch out for blisters! Blisters are your body’s reaction to moisture and irritation in a specific area. If your feet get hot and sweaty, your socks are going to stick to your feet. Your sticky, sweaty socks and your feet are going to rub against the inside of the shoe. A blister fills with fluid in an attempt to protect the area. You can prevent blisters … Continue reading →

Diabetic Neuropathy

One side affect of prolonged high blood sugar is diabetic neuropathy. This is damage to nerves in your extremities. You may not feel heat, cold, or pain in affected areas. If you also suffer from poor blood circulation, any injuries will heal much more slowly, and give them a chance to develop infection. 1. Make sure to wear shoes that fit you at all times. Poor fitting shoes can lead to blisters. If you don’t feel a blister, it could get infected and develop into something much worse. 2. Check your feet daily for cuts, scrapes, and other abrasions. 3. … Continue reading →