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0ur feet deserve every care we can give them.  We go about our daily lives often oblivious to and never giving much thought to our wonderful feet.  That is until something goes wrong and they begin to hurt!

Chiropodist/podiatrists everywhere see the results every day of poorly neglected feet.  It is very possible for a person’s life to be severely disrupted when suddenly their feet begin to react to years of ill treatment.

Visiting a chiropody clinic every 6 weeks or so is a wise investment  and so worthwhile in the health of our feet.  Also well cared for feet and nails are so much more lovely to look at when winter boots are put away  and our feet see the ‘light of day’ for the first time in months!

Essential oils are one of nature’s kindest gifts.  They are antifungal, antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and have many more wonderful properties.  When essential oils are blended together into a carrier oil, a highly therapeutic remedy for many common foot ailments can be created.  Athletes foot, Fungal nail infection, Verrucae, and Chilblains can be treated very effectively and safely in this way.   So too can exzema, psoriasis and any dematitis type irritation of the skin.  Many people today prefer to use a natural remedy which stimulates the body’s own immune system to restore balance.  Footessentials products do just that and are a highly effective and pleasurable to use treatment for all footcare problems.

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Many people suffer from fungal nail infection, athletes foot infection, verrucae, chilblains excessively sweaty feet etc.   Essential oils are natures perfect remedy for these ailments.  August 2010 edition of Prima magazine have tested Nourish that Nail, our remedy for fungal nail infection and brittle dry nails, Their tester reported she was amazed that something so natural could be so effective. 

The properties of Essential oils are numerous.  They are  antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, skin cell regenerating, analgesic and many more.   When blended in a carrier oil the synergistic effect  is wonderfully therapeutic and completely  natural and chemical free. 

Not only are they easy to apply, their beautiful fragrance is, depending on the blend, soothing, calming, uplifting and invigorating.  Applied first thing in the morning they can help to start the day in a very positive and uplifting way.  When applied last thing in the evening they can evoke a soothing and relaxing end to the day.

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We human beings walk, run, skip and jog  every day of our lives most of the time without any awareness about the two things attached to our lower limbs  which are enabling us to do these wonderful things.  OUR FEET….  Our feet become tired and weary carrying around all our weight every day.  We muffle them away for most  of the year.  They are not allowed to breathe and we wonder why we have infections such as athletes foot infection, fungal nail infection and verrucae.  Also in the winter chilblains and cold chilled feet . 0ften  the temperature of our feet  is changed dramatically when we come in from the freezing  cold , take off our boots and socks and literally stick our feet infront of a blazing fire or very close to a hot radiator.

The very delicate blood vessels in our feet need time to become gently accostomed to the changes in temperature we subject them to on a daily basis in the winter months.  0ne way we can assist our feet in this area is to use a blend of essentials oils which assist the circulation and gently comes to the resuce.  Footessentials ‘Warm that Sole’ does just this.  Patients ask ‘”How can I cure my chilblains and help my feet to stay warm all year round?”  This blend of essentials oils will do just that .  Essential oils have a very tiny molecular structure which enable them to enter the blood stream and do their ‘magic work’ very effectively.  They need to be applied twice per day but this is no hardship as they are beautiful and uplifting to use.

The oils used in the blend ‘Warm that Sole’ are warming.soothing, antiseptic, antibacterial and rejuvenating. They are perfect for Reynauds sufferers  as it can also be used for the hands. This blend has been featured in the Reynauds Society’s newsletter over the past winter months.

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Foot diseases can be a very serious problem that many of us do not take seriously. These foot diseases can range from being just a simple foot rash to athlete’s foot that can take a long time to heal. These diseases are harmful and can reoccur if not treated properly. It might be very embarrassing for those individuals who have a problem with smelly feet as a result of not dealing with their foot disease adequately enough.

Foot diseases vary in intensity of how dangerous or painful it may be for a person to bear. There are different diseases that affect the feet such as athlete’s foot, verrucas and bunions. There are also foot diseases that arise due to disorders such as diabetes. Athlete’s foot is one of the most common foot diseases that most people in the world have suffered from. Most of the people that get such foot diseases spend more time in public places such as swimming pools, public bath houses, gym equipment, etc. These foot diseases can be avoided if we take proper care of our feet.

When our feet are in damp and warm places this is an ideal place for any fungus to grow. There are some things that you can do to avoid such infections in the future. One is to buy shoes that have ample room for your feet to be comfortable. Change your socks regularly and put powder on your foot to absorb the moisture. There are some foot treatments such as fungal foot treatment; athlete’s foot treatment and verrucas which can cure any diseases that you may pick up.

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Feet can be very vulnerable to disease as they are in such close proximity to the ground. You may not realise this, but your feet are one of the most sensitive parts of your body. And it is a part of the body that is also prone to problems that can take a very long time to heal.

Diabetes related foot diseases
The people who are especially vulnerable to foot diseases are people who suffer from diabetes. Diabetes is a result of the lack of insulin produced within the body. As a result, the body cannot control the sugar levels within it. Thus, people with diabetes may have to inject themselves with insulin to balance the level of sugar in their body. As a result of diabetes the healing process can be drastically slowed down. And this is especially slow when it comes to the foot. Hence, a small cut that would take a person without diabetes a week to heal completely, would take a person with diabetes around a month. It takes them three to four times more than the normal persons healing metabolism.

Places they are most at risk
People with diabetes are especially at risk of foot related diseases as the infections tend to be difficult to get rid of. They are at risk to diseases and infections such as athlete’s foot that can be caught in public places such as swimming pools and public showers. There are treatments such as fungal nail treatment, athlete’s foot treatment, Chilblains treatment, verruca warts treatment and antifungal treatments, which can be used to solve most of these problems.

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Foot diseases are extremely common. They can range from small infections to diseases that can end up causing serious harm to your whole leg. Foot diseases mostly arise because the feet have not been taken proper care of.

Foot diseases:
The common foot problems that people face are fungal and bacterial conditions, dry skin, corns, warts, bunions and ingrown nails. Fungal and bacterial conditions such as athlete’s foot occur due to wearing shoes for long periods of time. A shoe is a dark, humid, warm and hospitable place for fungus to grow. Signs to watch out for are dry skin, blisters, redness, itching and peeling. If not treated properly, they can take a long time to cure or may ever reoccur.

Symptoms to watch out for:
Dry skin can be detected by symptoms such as itching and burning feet. Corns and calluses can also arise due to a certain part of your foot being in constant pressure or they can be caused from friction against the inner surface of the shoe. There are also skin viruses known as warts, which at times can be painful if left untreated. Bunions on the other hand occur when the joints of the big toe do not fit together.

Another common condition is the ingrown toe nail. An ingrown toe nail can be the result of cutting your toe nails incorrectly. The nail then tears into the nail bed.

There are more dramatic illnesses such as hammertoe, which is due to an enlarged toe knuckle. This is usually the result of ill fitting shoes. Spurs is another condition which can affect your feet and spurs are the development of extra calcium on the bones of your feet.

With so many diseases and illnesses affecting feet, it is extremely important to take good care of your feet.

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Foot problems
Our feet take us everywhere where we want to go. Although we take them for granted, they are actually very susceptible to different diseases. People suffer from a range of foot problems such as pes planus, diabetic related foot diseases, foot pain, high arch, bunions and athlete’s foot. These problems affect the foot in various ways and their intensity varies. There are a lot of ways to treat such foot problems and it is always advisable to consult a podiatrist if you think you may have some form of infection.

Treatments
There are different types of foot treatments such as fungal nail treatment, athlete’s foot treatment, chilblains treatment, verruca treatment and other antifungal treatments. There are also a lot of treatments for fungal skin infections. If nail infections are not taken care of properly, in time the nail can become thick and this can ultimately lead to other fungal infections such as athlete’s foot. Many of these foot problems arise due to negligence. For prevention of these infections, your feet have to be cleaned properly, especially if you have been walking barefoot in public places.

Prevention techniques and places to be careful
You should always wear shoes that fit you comfortably and allow some breathing space for your feet. You should also be aware that the incidence of any foot problem will increase if you do any frequent activity where your feet sweat or around swimming pools and other places where you may walk barefoot. Children and elderly people are particularly at risk to these types of infections.

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People often take what they have for granted and realise their mistake only when a problem arises. This usually becomes a concern when it comes to our health. People tend to disregard the importance of taking proper care of their bodies until they start feeling the ill effects of constant abuse. Our feet are one of the things that we take for granted without realising how important they are.

Foot ailments are experienced by people all over the world. The most common foot ailments that people face are fungal skin infections. These can be caused by a number of factors and can be acquired in numerous places.

Tips to avoid fungal skin infections

• Regularly wash your feet, particularly between the toes and ensure they are properly dried

• It is important that you trim your toenails but do not make them too short as this can result in ingrown toenails

• If your toenails become discoloured or thick, it could be developing fungus so you should get your feet checked out by a health care professional

• If you experience continuous pain or notice anything unusual regarding your feet, you should see a doctor

• Do not walk barefoot in places the general public frequent like public showers as this is one of the ways you can get fungal skin infections.

It is also important that you wear the right sized shoes and that they are appropriate for the activities you are performing.

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There are various kinds of fungal skin infections, and unfortunately most fungal skin infections cannot be cured easily.

The development of the fungus is usually very quick. When the symptoms disappear, you may think that the fungi have vanished from your skin, but they may reappear after a few days.

In most cases, a doctor is able to detect a fungal skin infection. Normally, the symptoms are dry, scaly, and red itchy skin. A fungal skin infection can either be in a particular part of the body or in very specific areas.

People who are on antibiotics and steroids have a high risk of getting a fungal skin infection due to their natural resistance becoming diminished. Besides eliminating the infection, the medication also reduce the helpful bacteria on our body. When the helpful bacteria are reduced, fungi take the opportunity to colonise the affected area.

Therefore, it is important for you to keep your skin fresh and dry at all times. This is because moisture can attract bacteria and fungi.

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Skin infections are common occurrences and are usually caused by viruses, fungi and bacteria. They mostly happen to those whose immune systems are weakened on account of other diseases. Fungal skin infections are easily spread and can be very difficult to cure. There are a number of different skin infections that have different causes, symptoms and treatments. Various treatments are available, depending on the fungal skin infection that a person has encountered.

Common places that get infected and why
One of the most common areas to get fungal skin infections is the foot; on the areas around the balls of the feet and on toe nails. This is because infections generally thrive in a humid environment. Fungal skin infections on the foot can get worse if the person constantly wear shoes. This is because the insides of shoes are mostly damp and humid, which is the perfect environment for infections.

Why people fall prey to infections
Usually the people who get affected by fungal skin infections are older adults for various reasons. More years of being exposed to skin infections and reduced blood circulation can cause a person to get fungal skin infections. Thicker nails can also contribute to skin infections.

How to treat fungal skin infections
There are many antifungal treatments and fungal nail treatments available. These can get rid of skin infections quickly and successfully. Wearing clean and dry socks and shoes can also be effective and can reduce the chances of developing skin infections. Trimming nails and wearing sandals and flip-flops in the summer and in bathrooms can also help.

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