For most all of us, the problem of smelly feet can from time to time become a miserable and even unbearable problem.There is so much advertising on just this problem alone that when our feet become odorous, the subliminally sub-conscience thought may be to go out and purchase some of the many foot odor products.But before you start spending, you may first want to try a few of the many natural herbal methods of ridding your foot odor problems.
With not counting any other body areas, there are a quarter-million sweat glands on your feet alone. Just one foot can produce almost up to one liter of sweat, but the sweat is not the culprit that many of us think it to be when it comes to the bad smell.These reoccurring pungent odors are caused by bacteria or fungus problems.One very effective herbal way to almost always rid these bacteria and fungi that may plague our feet is to soak the smell away with freshly mild brewed ice tea for 30 minutes a day for 7 days straight.This is a proven method to dry out your feet for longer periods of time to fight off the bacteria and fungi growth.
Along with the tea soakings, the internal intake of Zinc is a proven linkage for reducing smelly foot odors.Zinc is a necessity of good health for several reasons, but reducing or even eliminating routinely stinky feet is one of them.We now know that what is consumed internally food wise is very importantly linked to our external well being too, and Zinc by food intake along with a Zinc supplement will make a stronger difference for a positive overall health effect in us all.
When we shower, it is important to wash our feet thoroughly with a wash cloth and soap.There are several inexpensive herbal body washing soaps out there to choose from and taking the time to appropriately clean your feet daily is vital to better smelling feet.After scrubbing your feet with a natural antibacterial soap, make sure to towel dry them well before your socks or shoes are put on for the day.
After doing all that is needed for removing your bad foot odor, make sure to only wear 100% cotton socks for one of the best antibacterial preventive measures.For extra precautionary methods, by adding baking soda to the insides of your shoes, you will keep your feet refreshed and smell free through out the day.
With our feet getting such a daily workout, it is so important to pamper your tired feet regularly. By doing periodic pamper sessions, your feet will be softer, healthier and just completely feel more energized.In return for better foot care, you will feel better because roughness tension and any previous pain will diminish.By massaging and softening the feet regularly, blood circulation will improve which will contribute to better overall health. When really doing the job right, you will need a good foot scrub made of natural ingredients, a nice aromatic foaming bath gel, a good size bowl or proper fitting container, a large towel and 2 small towels, a pumice stone and a basic pedicure kit.
The first step is to place your bowl of warm water upon the large towel at the bottom of a very comfortable chair.With your water, add any drops of essential oils you may desire and a small amount of foaming gel.Mix the oils and gel with the water well to bring out the full effect of the mixture.Soak your feet in the relaxing mixture for around 5 minutes and then remove to dry off excess water.
The next step is to massage the foot scrub over the sole of your feet with a little amount on the cuticles. With the foot scrub still on the rough areas of your feet, place each foot into a plastic bag and secure for a good 10 minutes.Then when the bags are both removed, both feet are to be returned to the water which should have cooled a little to help motivate stimulation for better circulation in the feet.
After again removing and drying your feet from the water, the next step is to use the pumice stone for rubbing the sole.This is done best by using firm pressure on the ball and the heel, and lighter pressure onto the arch of each foot.For the top of the feet, use lighter pressure for improving the skin texture and to bring nutrient-rich blood to the surface for a better appearance.
The last very important step for the best foot care and appearance is to trim the nails straight across and smooth rough edges with an emery board.Apply cuticle softener with cotton and wait several minutes and when the cuticles are soft, push back with hoof stick. After one more soaking, gently dry the feet and apply a polish if desired.