Spring has sprung. After a long winter and being stuck indoors, it’s time to get outside. On April 6th, we celebrate National Walking Day. The American Heart Association sponsors this day to remind people about the health benefits of taking a walk. It’s a perfect time to get out, stretch your legs and get your […]
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Get Ready for Spring with These Foot Tips
Spring is finally here. The cold weather is beginning to disappear, and people are starting to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. It’s a great time to go for a walk, smell the roses, or just contemplate all that nature has to offer. Of course, these activities can produce a lot of wear and tear […]
How to Eat for Your Feet
National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In March, we’re going over all the ways nutrition and food affect the health of your feet. By making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits, you can avoid many health problems. NUTRIENTS THAT PROMOTE FOOT HEALTH Numerous nutrients can help […]
Dealing with Diabetes: Tips for Healthy Feet
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This is a great time to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. This is especially important for people who suffer from diabetes, which can have major effects on their feet. Let’s take a look […]
Healthy Eating for Your Feet
March is National Nutrition Month. Usually, when we think of healthy eating, we’re not thinking about our feet. However, the things we eat can have a major impact on foot health. With a careful diet, you can reduce your risk of many illnesses that affect foot health, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. Let’s take […]
Healthy Food Means Healthy Feet
March is National Nutrition Month. It is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics inviting everyone to learn about making healthful eating and physical activity habits. Did you know what you eat can affect the health of your feet? It’s true. Let’s explore what you need to know about nutrition to keep your […]
When it Comes to Skin Cancer Don’t Ignore Your Feet
World cancer day is held on February 4th of every year to raise awareness about cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. Many people are completely unaware that they can get cancer on their feet. However, several cancers may affect your feet. Types of skin cancer like squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, […]
NBA Clipper’s Out with Foot Injury
It happens, especially in professional sports. This time it was the NBA’s newly acquired player Norman Powell for the Los Angeles Clippers. He’s out indefinitely, having broken a bone in his left foot. Unfortunately, Powell’s injury occurred in only his third game when a player from the opposing team stepped on his foot. It can […]
The Link Between Women’s Heart Health and Their Feet
All of February is American Heart Month, but Feb. 4th is special. That day is National Wear Red Day, observed every year on the first Friday in February. It’s a yearly campaign to raise awareness about heart disease, specifically women. On this day, everyone across the country dons red to raise and spread awareness to […]
Heart Health and Your Feet
February is American Heart Month. It is a great time to take a moment and learn about cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for most Americans. It can affect all ages, ethnicities, and genders. Every year more than 600,000 Americans die from heart disease. Did you know the health of […]