Bones in the feet continue to develop and mature until we\u2019re 21 years old. But as we grow older, the circulation in our feet is not as good as it once was, so we may need some help keeping them cozy and warm.\n

One of the easiest ways to take care of your feet is by using pepper. All peppers contain a component called capsaicin. When you eat something with this ingredient, it increases blood circulation in your body. So, adding chili pepper to your favorite meal is a great natural way to warm your entire body, including your feet. This is also why it\u2019s better to stay away from spicy foods on a hot summer day.\n

When capsaicin comes in contact with the skin, it causes the blood vessels to dilate. This improves blood flow and provides warmth. The heat gradually increases over time. But in some cases, this warming sensation can happen immediately.\n

This life hack is especially useful during extreme cold. If you\u2019ve tried a lot of things to keep your feet warm during winter, but none of them have helped, try this one out. Sprinkle chili pepper powder on your feet or into your socks and get it spread across the feet and toes. This simple action can help to improve the quality of your sleep.\n $\"\"$ \n

Be careful with the amount, though. If you use too much, it might get a little too hot. At first, half a teaspoon per foot should be enough. And then gradually increase the amount until you find what works best for you.\n

Your feet will definitely thank you for looking after them, but there are a few downsides to covering them with chili pepper. It\u2019ll probably turn your white socks pink and make your feet orange, and your feet will also absorb the smell. If you don\u2019t like the smell of chili, you might want to cover them with a blended garlic mask instead \u2014 it will warm your feet and help to heal wounds. (And if by some chance a hairy monster comes by to eat your feet, the smell of garlic and chili pepper might be enough to put them off.)\n

Milk and honey can be used in another homemade beauty routine for your feet. Put your feet into a bowl with warm water and add one glass of warm milk. Then add 1\u20132 tablespoons of honey and up to 6 drops of essential oil; lemon, pine, or cypress would be perfect. After half an hour, your feet should feel fantastic and soft.\n $\"\"$ \n

If\u00a0you have hardened skin on\u00a0your feet, you might like this recipe. Take a\u00a0bowl of\u00a0warm water, add 2\u00a0tablespoons of\u00a0white clay, 2\u00a0tablespoons of\u00a0liquid soap, and a\u00a0spoonful of\u00a0ammonia. Leave your feet inside the bowl for about\u00a020\u00a0minutes, and then moisturize them with cream. As\u00a0a\u00a0result, the skin will become smoother and more resistant to\u00a0damage.\n

Now if\u00a0you don\u2019t wanna use so\u00a0many ingredients, try an\u00a0oatmeal bath. Just pour 1\u20132 glasses of\u00a0oats\u00a0with an\u00a0equal amount of\u00a0boiled water and let it\u00a0steam for about\u00a020\u00a0minutes. Next, stir the flakes in\u00a0a\u00a0bowl of\u00a0hot water and put your feet in\u00a0for up\u00a0to\u00a020\u00a0minutes. Oatmeal should soften the skin and help prepare dry skin for foot file treatment.\n

Starch\u00a0can do\u00a0a\u00a0similar thing, too, preventing cracks and making your feet softer. Take a\u00a0bowl of\u00a0warm water and add 1\u00a0large spoon of\u00a0starch. Put your feet into the bowl for\u00a020\u00a0minutes. This treatment is\u00a0recommended before bedtime because it\u00a0also helps your body to\u00a0relax. Ahhhh\n

The first shoes were invented approximately\u00a040,000 years ago. The oldest known pair was found buried in\u00a0a\u00a0cave in\u00a0Armenia. Despite how long we\u2019ve been working to\u00a0perfect them, though, we\u2019re yet to\u00a0design a\u00a0perfect pair of\u00a0shoes. To\u00a0this day, people continue to\u00a0get corns and calluses from time to\u00a0time.\n\n

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Calluses are often formed on the soles of the feet because they\u2019re under the pressure of the whole body when you move. And it\u2019s not surprising! During a typical day, your feet bear the collective load of approximately two African elephants. And if you put on high heels, you increase this load by 75%! And if you actually see African elephants wearing high heels, then you\u2019ve got a different kind of problem.\n
Nowadays, high heels might be considered a feminine accessory but, initially, they were popularized by Persian males. Warriors wore them on the battlefield in order to look more masculine, and women adopted this high-heeled trend soon after.\n
Calluses are nothing more than thickened areas of the skin that form due to friction or pressure. In most cases, they can be healed at home. But, if you\u2019ve been wearing uncomfortable shoes that have rubbed your feet all day, turmeric can help relieve pain and speed up the healing process.\n
To make a turmeric paste take 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder and 1 or 1.5 tablespoons of honey. Make a thick paste and apply the paste to the callus. Leave it exposed to the air until the paste dries, then rinse it off. Apply this paste twice a day. Turmeric has healing and antibacterial properties that should heal a callus in just a few days.\n $\"\"$ \n
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Masks and baths aren\u2019t the only spa treatment you can create at\u00a0home. You can also massage your feet with items from your kitchen. Fill a\u00a0plastic bottle with hot water and close the top. Put the bottle on\u00a0the floor and roll it\u00a0with your foot, pressing lightly until you feel your muscles begin to\u00a0relax. You can also do\u00a0the same thing with a\u00a0tennis ball, a\u00a0hard apple, or\u00a0an\u00a0onion. This exercise is\u00a0a\u00a0great way to\u00a0relax your nervous system and prevent flat feet.\n
If\u00a0your feet are tired after walking, you can massage them with a\u00a0chilled tablespoon. Put ice in\u00a0a\u00a0spoon, wait until it\u2019s cool, and then slide the back of\u00a0the spoon along the surface of\u00a0your feet. While a\u00a0regular pedicure might seem unnecessary and extra, it\u00a0can actually bring some health benefits for both men and women. The foot massage improves circulation, while professional nail shaping and trimming prevents problems such as\u00a0ingrown toenails. And, of\u00a0course, it\u2019s always nice to\u00a0look down at\u00a0your toes and see that they are tidy and beautiful. I\u00a0know I\u00a0do.\n
In\u00a0many warm countries, nail salons use special aquariums with several hundred fish as\u00a0part of\u00a0the pedicure process. Fish known as\u00a0garra rufa\u00a0don\u2019t have teeth, and its mouth is\u00a0just perfect for clearing the dry skin off of\u00a0human feet. They swim around like a\u00a0tiny vacuum cleaner and clean things\u00a0up.\n\n
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But in\u00a0some areas, like the\u00a0UK or\u00a0some parts of\u00a0the USA, this experience is\u00a0banned because it\u2019s considered unethical. Also, fish aren\u2019t disinfected after each client, which increases the risk of\u00a0spreading infections. Therefore, before purchasing this service, it\u2019d be\u00a0wise to\u00a0ask the manager for a\u00a0document confirming that their practice is\u00a0legal.\n
If\u00a0you prefer taking care of\u00a0your toenails at\u00a0home, make sure to\u00a0cut them straight across to\u00a0avoid ingrown toenails. It\u00a0also prevents nail irritation and inflammation. Growing your nails too long increases the risk of\u00a0various nail problems, so\u00a0try to\u00a0cut them at\u00a0least\u00a0every 6\u20138\u00a0weeks.\n
If\u00a0you\u2019ve ever wondered why your feet can be\u00a0so\u00a0ticklish, it\u2019s because they are filled with hundreds of\u00a0thousands of\u00a0nerves. The nerve! The tickle response can vary from person to\u00a0person, but some people have feet that are naturally more ticklish than others. Scientists believe that this trait has genetic links. They also confirm that tickling feet can bring benefits to\u00a0your health because it\u00a0generates a\u00a0sense of\u00a0well-being and reduces anxiety.\n\n
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But not all people in\u00a0the world enjoy treating their feet and even looking at\u00a0them. Some live with a\u00a0unique condition known as\u00a0podophobia. The sight of\u00a0feet invokes extreme revulsion, irrational fears, and even uncontrollable anger!\n
People with podophobia can get upset by seeing the pictures of feet, conversations about this body part, and even reading about it. In some cases, podophobia can make people struggle with touching their own feet, putting on socks, and washing their legs. Scientists don\u2019t know the origin of this phobia, but professional therapy helps patients to reduce anxiety. As for me, I just try to keep my foot out of my mouth most of the time.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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