Good Hygiene Prevents Fungal Infections/Odor: Singapore Podiatrist
Podiatrists say the best way to avoid stinky feet, as well as a fungal infections, is to keep the feet clean and dry. "In the majority of cases, feet smell bad due to the by-products of bacteria acting on the sweat that our feet produce," said Ms. Chelsea Law, principal podiatrist at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.
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Podiatrist Chelsea Law |
Good hygiene helps reduce the odor. Feet, including the area between the toes, need to be cleaned daily with soap and water, she said. It is also important to dry the feet thoroughly, particularly in between the toes, to lower the risk of getting a fungal infection, she added. So change your socks every day. Socks act as a protective layer between the feet and the shoes, helping to absorb moisture from the feet.
Source: Joyce Teo, The Straits Times [7/13/13]
