Have You Ever Wandered Why Your Feet Stink? P.U.!!

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Have you ever wondered why your feet stink sometimes? The reason is bacteria! Bacteria is to blame. These tiny critters normally inhabit your feet and love dark, damp places like the insides of sweaty shoes. They multiply in sweat, so if you don't wear socks, that really gets them going. In the right conditions, bacteria will feast on your feet. These bacteria eat dead skin cells and oils from your skin. Their colonies will grow and start getting rid of waste in the form of organic acids. It's those organic acids that smell bad. And for 10% to 15% of people, the smell is really bad. Why? Because their feet are extra sweaty and become home to bacteria called Micrococcus sedentarius (say: my-kroh-kah-kus seh-den-tair-ee-us). These bacteria produce more than just stinky organic acids - they also produce stuff called volatile sulfur compounds. Sulfur compounds usually are powerful and awful smelling. If you've ever smelled a rotten egg, you know what volatile sulfur compounds smell like. For most people, foot odor can be controlled. The worst part about having stinky feet is that it's embarrassing. So, you might ask what can you do to eliminate those stinky feet? Well, you might not be able to stop the stink completely. But if you cut down on sweat, you'll cut down on the odor. Try these following steps: 1. Be clean - Bathe your feet every day with antibacterial soap and water. Soaking your feet into a tub of water may be better than just quickly showering them off. When you're done be sure to dry your feet thoroughly. 2. If you need more help with the smell - Try adding antiperspirants or deodorants to your feet. Remember that using antiperspirants too often will cause skin irritation. 3. Wear the right socks - Cotton, some wools, and special knits made for athletes will absorb sweat and allow your feet to breathe. Be sure to put on a fresh pair if your socks get damp. 4. Make sure your shoes aren't too tight - If they are, your feet might sweat more than normal. 5. Switch shoes regularly - Wearing the same shoes every day can make them smellier. Let your shoes dry out for a couple of days before wearing them again. This will kill those germs. Also look into using a disinfectant spray to kill bacteria in your shoes. 6. Avoid shoes made of plastic. 7. Go barefoot - Let your feet air out by letting them spend some time in the open air. At home, keep your feet clean and go barefoot so they get some air. Be sure to sleep with bare feet so they air out overnight. I hope these tips help you in controlling foot odor or help to inform you so you can help your loved ones who might suffer from this nuisance. Have a great day and happy myLotting!!!