Socks Hygiene

Clean socks are very important for healthy feet.Here are some tips for happy feet.

Our feet sweat and the sweat is trapped on the socks.One should not choose socks made from synthetic materials which do not absorb sweat.

Bad smell forms when bacteria on the skin starts to break down the sweat as it comes through the pores creating the stinky odour .To prevent smelly feet one should not repeat socks.Sweat also soaks in shoes and wearing them again before they dry out can result to the bad smell.You should give your shoes 24 hours to dry out before wearing them again.

Wash your feet properly to kill bacteria and remove build up dirt,dry them to remove any left over moisture before wearing socks

Socks should be washed properly and hanged to completely dry out inorder to get rid of the bacteria and build up sweat.Fabric softener should be used to keep the socks smelling fresh.

Every once in a while you should wear open shoes to let your feet breath.

Published by Winfred

Medical Microbiologist

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