Having nice looking feet is the wish for every person in the world, but it seems that they are often neglected. The health of our feet is very important as they carry our weight. Commonly they turn into dry and cracked feet which in the worst case scenario can be painful.

The reason for the occurrence of dry and cracked heels is usually the cold, improper feet hydration, diabetes, the use of highly hot baths and showers and the use of soaps that dry the skin. If your feet are cracked and very painful you need to see a doctor and apply the right treatment.

There is an efficient traditional remedy against cracked feet and that is the use of baking soda. This ingredient is a versatile product that reveals myriad of uses starting as an amazing cleaning agent up to a healing agent.

The use of baking soda in your bath will alleviate the irritation, infection and the itching and as well as detox the body.

Baking soda or otherwise recognized as sodium bicarbonate is easily available and very cheap. The use of baking soda will provide you with soft and smooth feet, and after you have used this natural ingredient you will forget the visits to the beauty salons which are very costly.

Baking Soda Feet Treatment

In order to experience the benefits of the use of baking soda you need to combine 3 tablespoons of baking soda into 4 to 5 liters of hot water. Once the baking soda is dissolved you need to soak your feet in it for around 15-20 minutes. After the soaking part rub your feet gently by using a pumice stone. Moisturize your feet properly by applying a nutritious cream and after its application wear cotton socks for at least two hours.

Even after the application of the first treatment you will notice great difference in the appearance of your feet.

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You should use this treatment every other day for 5 to 7 days. After that make a pause of 7 days and repeat the procedure once again. Perform 3 treatments in total. You will have the effect of silky and smooth feet just after the application of 3 treatments.

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Health Benefits of Baking Soda for your Feet

Baking soda is a combination of sodium ions and bicarbonate ions which quickly dissolve in water. It is commonly included into oral hygiene and various cleansing products because of its ability to remove bacteria, odor and acidity. The properties of this ingredient are very beneficial for the skin as it can remove dead skin, bad odors and prevent the proliferation of fungi in the nails.

Treats fungal infections

Baking soda is a beneficial antifungal agent that can treat the fungi that commonly infect the skin and nails as per a conducted study released in the scientific journal Mycopathologia. Onychomycosis is a condition that causes thick or discolored nails and people affected by this condition will alleviate it by regularly dipping their hands or feet in a bath of baking soda.

Yet, prior use it is always best to check with your doctor if the use of baking soda can help you with your fungal infection.

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Eczema

This skin condition is being manifested by the appearance of dry skin patches which can be irritating and easily inflamed. The symptom of this condition is itching that can be so harsh that the affected person injures its skin thus allowing for the skin to get exposed to infections.

The use of baking soda can prevent eczema outbreaks and lower the symptoms in sick people. For that purpose you should add a quarter to half a cup of baking soda into a warm bath and in that way relieve the irritated skin. After this bath make sure that your skin is well dried and instantly hydrated after the bathing.

Psoriasis

People with psoriasis will find these hot baths with baking soda very relieving. The common treatment for psoriasis is the use of oatmeal baths which can decrease the inflammation, but this treatment can get enhanced by adding hall a cup of baking soda to an oatmeal bath which can lower the irritation and itching.

After this bath treatment you should properly hydrate your skin after you have dried it out by using a towel since the use of warm water can dry out the skin.

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Note:

In most cases baths with baking soda are safe for use, but this product can be easily absorbed through the skin and some groups of people should avoid its use.

They are not recommended for people experiencing the following health issues:

1. High blood pressure

2. Open wounds or serious infections

3. Diabetics

4. Pregnant and lactating women

5. People prone to fainting

6. Allergic reactions to baking soda

7. Certain drugs Alcohol

Regarding the allergic reactions caused by baking soda in order to be on the safe side you should perform a test on a small area of skin at least 24 hours prior taking a bath of baking soda.

 

 

Originally posted 2019-02-21 11:19:19.