Lifestyle Desk: It is very important to choose the right footwear and take care of it in summer. By adopting small precautions, you can easily avoid problems like fungal infection, bad smell and allergies. Choosing the right footwear in summer is not only important for style but also for the health of the feet. Let us know in detail what are the common mistakes people make to footwear in this season and how they can be avoided.
Constantly wearing closed shoes in heat and humidity causes sweat to accumulate, due to which bacteria and fungus start growing. This can cause fungal infection, bad smell and itching. What to do: Wear open and airy footwear like sandals or flip-flops.
Shoes/slippers made of cheap and synthetic material do not allow the feet to breathe. This can cause skin allergies and rashes. What to do: Choose cotton, leather or other breathable material.
Repeatedly wearing wet or sweaty shoes is a major cause of infection. What to do: Dry shoes completely before wearing, change socks daily.
Bacteria grow rapidly in dirty footwear. What to do: Clean at least 1–2 times a week. Dry in the sun.
Wearing shoes that are too tight or loose can cause blisters, pain and skin damage. What to do: Always choose proper fitting and comfortable footwear.
Wearing the same pair every day causes moisture and bacteria to accumulate in it. What to do: Wear 2–3 pairs of footwear in rotation.
Not only footwear, foot hygiene is also equally important. What to do: Wash and dry your feet daily, use anti-fungal powder.
