Say goodbye to shoe bites: Ayurvedic remedies to soothe painful feet

Shoe bites are a common problem caused by ill-fitting shoes or new shoes rubbing against the skin. Here are a few Ayurvedic remedies that can be used to alleviate symptoms of shoe bites.  ...read more

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“Tight or ill-fitting shoes can cause friction, and the resultant wear and tear can lead to shoe bites, which are essentially blisters that form on the toes or ankles. Shoe bites are painful and uncomfortable and can worsen unless treated quickly,” says, Dr. Dimple Jangda, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Gut Health Coach and Founder of Prana Healthcare Centre. She further shared Ayurvedic remedies for shoe bites in her recent Instagram post. (pexels)

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Aloe vera: It possesses anti-inflammatory, healing and cooling properties. This helps reduce the blisters on your feet. Apply fresh aloe vera gel generously to the affected area.(Unsplash)

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Honey: It exhibits anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that help reduce the inflammation around the shoe bite. These properties also prevent further infection. Take a cotton ball and dab it in honey.Place this on the affected site.(Unsplash)

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Turmeric and neem: The active compounds in neem leaves and turmeric (curcumin) help reduce inflammation and and infection. This is due to their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.(Pixabay)

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It's important to keep the affected area clean and dry, and avoid tight-fitting shoes or new shoes until the skin has healed. To prevent shoe bites in the future, you may use oil on the sides of new shoes and wear socks, protectors, or adhesive padding. (pexels)