Taking Care of Your Feet
Q: How should I take care of my feet?
A: During nice weather, it's tempting to walk barefoot around the house or yard or at the beach or pool. Sorry -- but the complications you may experience aren't worth the few moments of foot freedom.
To take good care of your feet:
- wear well-fitting, enclosed-toe shoes indoors and out
- wash your feet daily with mild soap and water, then pat dry
Check for changes in:
- color
- blisters
- ulcers
- calluses
- dry skin
- cuts
- sores
Call your health-care provider if you see any problems developing.
Jeannette Jordan, M.S., R.D., CDE, is the American Dietetic Association's national spokesperson for African-American nutrition issues and oversees nutrition education at the Medical University of South Carolina.

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