Smelly Feet

Feet need to be kept healthy and agile to support the entire weight of our bodies in our day-to-day life. This is why the feet contain 250,000 sweat glands that constantly secrete moisture to keep feet moist, supple and healthy. However many feet are prone to excessive sweating, which can lead to irritable feet. 

Sweaty and smelly feet are a common problem that many people encounter at some stage in their lives. However for some people it can be a persistent condition that can be embarrassing and bothersome.


What causes sweaty feet?

Today's footwear consisting of synthetic materials are a primary cause of sweaty feet. Shoes and socks manufactured from man-made materials lead to excessive perspiration and increased bacteria that can result in sweaty, smelly feet and sometimes Tinea Pedis - Athletes Foot.

Sweaty feet can also be triggered by stress, both physical and emotional. Pressure placed upon the foot due to strain or fatigue is a common cause, as is emotional distress and turmoil.

Sweaty, smelly feet is also often associated with teenagers and changing hormonal levels which can lead to over active sweat glands.

However the reasons are not always this complex. A change in the weather, hot or cold, can be enough to initiate excessive sweating.

 
Prevention & treatment of sweaty, smelly feet

Feet need to be kept healthy and agile to support the entire weight of our bodies in our day-to-day life. This is why the feet contain 250,000 sweat glands that constantly secrete moisture to keep feet moist, supple and healthy.

There are also a number of over-the-counter medications for this particular problem that come in the forms of powders, lotions, creams and anti-perspirants. 

  1. Keep feet clean and dry
  2. Wear breathable cotton or woollen socks
  3. Try wearing spacious leather shoes - avoid synthetic material trainers for daily use
  4. Try detachable medicated insoles - Poron Permafresh is good option
  5. Get em out - try a barefoot lifestyle or buy a pair of thongs - google it :-)
  6. Bath, not shower. Soak those stinking feet, showers make foot cleaning a bit of a chore especially for the less agile