Recommendations For Beautiful And Healthy Feet

Healthy feet are not only important aesthetically, but also for your health. They allow you to walk normally without pain or discomfort, whether you are wearing shoes or walking around barefoot. Follow the recommendations below to have beautiful and healthy feet all year round.

It is important to know which shoes you are wearing. A recent study showed that women have an average of 20 pairs of different shoes, five of which they wear regularly.

The model they buy does not always respect the natural anatomy of the foot and causes a lot of pain when walking or wearing them for a long time. High heels are even worse, even if they look nice and stylish.

Even though women buy a lot more shoes than men, both care much less about their feet and toes than they should. It is one of the most forgotten parts of the body. And that shouldn’t be the case, because feet are essential for standing and moving.

Manicures, for example, are more popular than pedicures and you will find many more creams for your hands, face and legs than for your feet.

Home remedies are very good and effective, so every once in a while you should take the time to ‘pamper’ this very important part of your body.

These tips are very interesting and if you follow them properly, your feet will not only look much more beautiful, but it will also save you a lot of pain and trouble.

Avoid extra weight

Excess weight causes a lot of suffering to feet and ankles. Obesity also affects bones, cardiovascular system, etc.

With every step you take, double your body weight acts on your feet. Add to that a shoe that doesn’t fully support the sole of your foot, and you can imagine the problems getting worse.

Buy a shoe that fits your foot type

There are three types of feet:

• Egyptian
• square
• Greek

Also, your big toe isn’t always the longest. This is a very important detail when buying shoes. They should always be made of leather and flexible materials so that your feet can breathe better.

Try to fold the sole of the shoe. If it’s too hard, don’t buy it. In addition, your toe should not touch the end of the shoe and they should preferably have laces, because your feet swell during the day. If you have buckles, the shoe will not adapt to them.

foot hygiene

This point is very important.

• Use natural soap and a pumice stone for hard surfaces, such as the heel.
• Dry your feet well (also between your toes) to avoid fungus.
• Use creams on dry areas, especially during the summer if you wear open shoes.

Use the right shoe for every occasion 

The maximum height of the heels is 5 cm for women, 4 cm for men and 1.3 cm for children. The heel should also be wide. Narrow heels offer no protection when walking. Flat shoes are also not recommended, as they can cause pain in the sole of the foot and poor circulation.

Use shoes appropriate to the occasion: work, sports, parties, etc.

Wear socks at all times 

Even in summer it is best to wear socks. There are very thin, almost imperceptible species. You can also wear them at home. They prevent blisters, heel damage and sweating. We recommend using cotton socks, as synthetic socks will make you sweat more.

Cut your nails in a straight line 

This way you prevent ingrown toenails, one of the most common foot problems. Pay special attention to these if you do a lot of sports or walking, because they can be very painful. To solve the problem of ingrown toenails:

• Place your feet in a bucket of warm, salted water for 15 minutes twice a day until the inflammation is gone.
• Then cut the nail straight, so that it can no longer grow in.

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Protect your feet in public places 

By this we mean swimming pools or changing rooms. Walk barefoot as little as possible to avoid getting warts, fungi or diseases on your heels. If you like to take your shoes off when you get home from work, leave your socks on.

Pamper your feet once a week 

For example, it can be a perfect way to start the weekend.

• When you watch TV on Friday evening after dinner, put your feet in a bowl of water with some kind of essential oil or salt.
• Let them soak for twenty minutes and then dry them well, first with a towel and then with a hairdryer.
• A nice foot massage is also not a bad idea. Ask your partner or do it yourself.
• Always use an oil or moisturizer afterwards. Rub your feet with it, starting at the heel and ending at the toes.

Photos: D Sharon Pruitt, Pedro Ribeiro Simoes, Kristine Full, Sharona Gott and Andrea Rinaldi.