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25th April 2022
Many people would rather deny that their feet smell, but it can be an indication of a potential medical condition. If you have noticed this and are experiencing symptoms like foot fungus or athlete's foot, don't hesitate to visit your podiatrist and discuss your options.
Foot odour is a common problem faced by people around the world, and it's embarrassing, frustrating, and difficult to manage. According to a recent survey, 12% of British citizens suffer from foot odour because of many different factors.
Have you always had foot odour? If so, it might not be a sign of an inherited condition. There are many reasons why your feet may start to smell more than usual. The most common reason is that you sweat more — every time you go for a jog or walk down a sunny street (even when it's overcast), your feet start to release moisture. Over time, the sweat builds up, creating an ideal environment for bacteria, fungi, and other foot-odour-causing agents to thrive.
Some other causes of smelly feet include:
By following these simple tips and tricks, you can maintain fresh and clean feet without much effort.
All kinds of activities require socks that will keep you comfortable. If you're going to sweat, then you need a pair of socks that wicks moisture away from your feet. The best kinds of socks for this are either merino wool or bamboo. However, synthetics aren't bad either. They're easy to care for and less expensive than all-natural options.
Wear a fresh pair of socks every day. From the moment you put them on, moisture from your feet will be absorbed by the fabric fibres, creating an environment that's perfect for sweat and bacteria to accumulate. After just a few hours, you'll start to notice those funky smells.
Be sure to replace your shoe insoles. You can't just replace them as you would with your socks — you need a suitable replacement to ensure that it provides the necessary support for your feet. It's also a good idea to buy an insole spray, which will help keep your insole fresh before use.
Switching between different pairs of shoes before they've had a chance to dry is more of an issue than one might think. This can lead to poor health and can even cause damage to your new shoes. By allowing at least 24 hours for your shoes to dry, you can avoid this problem and make sure that you can use them for longer.
Unfortunately, there are quite a few foods that can make your feet smell. Onions, leeks, and garlic contain sulfur as well as other chemicals that cause reactions on the skin and lead to an offensive odour. To fight this stench, it's essential to maintain good hygiene.
Foot hygiene is essential to avoid smelly feet. Use warm water with mild soap and thoroughly rinse your feet. Gently dry your feet so they don't smell — use a towel or air-dryer. Apply a cleansing scented moisturiser to help prevent your feet from smelling.
There are so many methods of dealing with smelly feet. You might be tempted to try one that doesn't work for you, so I'm here to help you navigate your way through it. Start by filing any dead skin with a pumice stone. Wash your feet with antibacterial soap and let them dry. If your feet are still smelly after this, consider changing your shoes: Shoes that sit out in the open for long periods often contain bacteria and fungus.
People with smelly feet should visit a podiatrist to assess the cause of the smell. Health problems like athlete's foot or an underlying infection might be the cause, and can be treated quickly by a podiatrist.
*This blog contains general information about medical conditions and is not advice. You must not rely upon the information in this blog as medical advice. Medical advice should always be sought from an appropriately qualified podiatrist such as ourselves.
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