Health Tip: Help Your Feet Beat Summer's Heat

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(HealthDay News) -- Summer is the time to enjoy sandals or putting your toes in the water. But hot weather can also be a menace to your feet.

The American Podiatric Medical Association suggests how to keep your feet healthy during the summer months:

• To reduce the risk of infection, plantar warts and injury, avoid walking barefoot.
• If you visit the beach, pool or locker room, wear flip flops to reduce your risk of foot infection.
• Generously lather your tootsies with sunscreen, making sure to include the ankles.
• Drink plenty of water each day.
• Stretch your calves, flex your ankles and wiggle your toes to promote circulation to the feet.

-- Diana Kohnle

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