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Keeping Feet Fresh

  • Wash your feet regularly and dry them well - especially between the toes.
  • Choose socks made of natural fibre like cotton.
  • Change your socks and/or tights regularly.
  • Make sure your shoes are roomy and comfortable.
  • Use a special insole to absorb sweat and beat odour - available from your local pharmacy.
  • Smelly feet may be helped by special foot deodorants - take a look at your local pharmacist
  • Give your favourite shoes a rest - don't wear them all the time
  • Treat yourself to a foot bath at the end of a long day. Use cool water and follow up with a foot massage using your favourite foot lotion - peppermint lotion or tea tree oil work wonders.
  • Keep your feet healthy. Fungus infections like athletes foot will make you itch between the toes, while sore and cracked soles may be due to a type of eczema. Get any unusually sore or itchy areas checked out by your doctor.

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