Taking good care of your feet.
Be clean. Bathe your feet every day in
soap and water. Just letting the shower
water splash on them isn't good enough.
Lather them thoroughly with soap and
scrub them with a loofah. Make sure to
clean the entire part of your foot, not just
your toes. Scrape under the toenails as
well.
Be sure to dry your feet completely
when you're done. Don't forget to dry
between the toes, and be sure to wash out
the yellow/black toe jam. Leftover
moisture is a breeding ground for
bacteria, which causes odour.
Wear the right socks. Cotton,
bamboo, some wools, and special knits
made for athletes will absorb sweat and
allow your feet to breathe. Put on a fresh
pair if they get damp.
Make sure your shoes aren't too
tight . If they are, your feet might sweat
more than normal. Find a comfortable
size, and ask for assistance for help if
you're unsure.
Switch shoes. Wearing the same shoes
every day can make them smellier. Let
them dry out for a couple of days before
wearing them again.Wash your feet with antibacterial
soap. Setting shoes out in the sun also
may help. Before bed, soak a white
washcloth in undiluted Hydrogen
Peroxide and wrap each foot with it,
including between the toes and around
and under the toe nails. Do not rinse. Air
dry and sleep barefoot.
Wash shoes or insoles. Some insoles
or shoes, especially sneakers, may be
washable. Be sure to dry them completely
before wearing them.
Stay in bare feet at home. Let your
feet air out by letting them spend some
time in the open air, especially at night.
Keep your toenails trimmed and
clean . Use a nail brush. Toenails are
hiding places for bacteria.
Tips
For most people, foot odor can be controlled.
The worst part about having stinky feet is that
it's embarrassing. If you're worried about this,
just keep your shoes on when you're in social
situations, like when you're at school or riding
in a car. At home, keep your feet clean and go
barefoot so they get some air. If your feet are
clean and dry, those bacteria will have to find
their lunch somewhere else!
soap and water. Just letting the shower
water splash on them isn't good enough.
Lather them thoroughly with soap and
scrub them with a loofah. Make sure to
clean the entire part of your foot, not just
your toes. Scrape under the toenails as
well.
Be sure to dry your feet completely
when you're done. Don't forget to dry
between the toes, and be sure to wash out
the yellow/black toe jam. Leftover
moisture is a breeding ground for
bacteria, which causes odour.
Wear the right socks. Cotton,
bamboo, some wools, and special knits
made for athletes will absorb sweat and
allow your feet to breathe. Put on a fresh
pair if they get damp.
Make sure your shoes aren't too
tight . If they are, your feet might sweat
more than normal. Find a comfortable
size, and ask for assistance for help if
you're unsure.
Switch shoes. Wearing the same shoes
every day can make them smellier. Let
them dry out for a couple of days before
wearing them again.Wash your feet with antibacterial
soap. Setting shoes out in the sun also
may help. Before bed, soak a white
washcloth in undiluted Hydrogen
Peroxide and wrap each foot with it,
including between the toes and around
and under the toe nails. Do not rinse. Air
dry and sleep barefoot.
Wash shoes or insoles. Some insoles
or shoes, especially sneakers, may be
washable. Be sure to dry them completely
before wearing them.
Stay in bare feet at home. Let your
feet air out by letting them spend some
time in the open air, especially at night.
Keep your toenails trimmed and
clean . Use a nail brush. Toenails are
hiding places for bacteria.
Tips
For most people, foot odor can be controlled.
The worst part about having stinky feet is that
it's embarrassing. If you're worried about this,
just keep your shoes on when you're in social
situations, like when you're at school or riding
in a car. At home, keep your feet clean and go
barefoot so they get some air. If your feet are
clean and dry, those bacteria will have to find
their lunch somewhere else!
Comments
Post a Comment