Taming Tingly Feet
If your feet feel cold, numb, or tingly, it could be a sign of poor circulation. You may notice this happens more at night. This is because as the …
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Alpha Lipoic Acid for Diabetic Neuropathy of the Feet
Diabetic neuropathy can make you extremely sensitive to touch and commonly causes a tingling or burning sensation. Studies show that oxidative stress, which is an imbalance of free radicals …
Hyperbaric Oxygen to Treat Frostbite
Frostbite can cause irreversible damage because it limits adequate oxygen from reaching your extremities. Nothing can heal without oxygen and blood flow, so one option for treating frostbite is …
Stretch After Exercise
We stretch before exercising to reduce the risk of injury, but it is equally important to stretch after exercising, too. After doing cardiovascular exercises that require you to jump, …
Pale or White Toenails
Pink nails are a sign of healthy nails. If your nails are so pale that they are almost white, it could be an indicator of a health issue. Very …
Choose The Right Shoe
Did you promise yourself to get fit this year? While you may be eager to hit the gym or the sports field, it is important to get fit safely. …
Apply Ice After a Foot Injury
After a foot injury, ice can help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and speed up your healing process. However, icing properly ensures that you do not damage surrounding muscle tissues …
Beware of Toxic Nail Polish
Your favorite nail polish could include a toxic trio of formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and toluene. Even some brands that claim to be “toxin-free” have turned out to contain …
Eat Right and Stop Muscle Cramps
Muscle cramps in the backs of your legs, calves, toes, and arches of your feet can cause stabbing pain. These muscle cramps may indicate deficiencies in calcium, potassium, and …
Avoid High Heel Suffering
Wearing high heels makes you susceptible to muscle aches and blisters. You can reduce high heel suffering by stretching your muscles before and after use and applying Vaseline to …