Feet (general health)
Avoid foods that encourage inflammation such as anything containing refined fats and oils, sugary foods, refined carbohydrates and processed foods in general. Eat a healthy diet including plenty of fresh organic whole grains, vegetables, fruits, freshly squeezed juices, nuts and seeds and cook your meals from scratch whenever possible. In particular look for foods rich in zinc, calcium and Vitamins A, B, E and C as all are implicated in improving circulation, tissue health and preventing diet induced inflammation. Drink plenty of water, fresh fruit juice (not carton) or herb teas to stay hydrated. A useful herbal tea mix to address nutrient levels, circulation to the feet and strengthen muscles could contain ginkgo, horsetail, nettle, oatstraw, raspberry leaf and alfalfa. Use equal parts of the herbs and drink 2 strong cups daily, adding a pinch of cayenne to each cup to restore strength, circulation and suppleness to the feet. Tincture of solomons seal root has helped in several bad cases of plantar fasciitis, a very painful affliction of the sole of the foot with little relief from conventional medicine. Make a footbath in a bowl of warm water and add 3 tablespoons of crushed balm of gilead buds to it. Soak the feet for at least half an hour each night, topping up with warm water. Balm of gilead will moisturise and soften the skin, help deal with fungal and other infections and soothe tired, strained or sore feet. There are many herbs used as a lining in shoes to prevent sore or tired feet in general or before a long walk or journey. These include the fresh leaves of plantain (Plantago lanceolta or major), the alder tree, ivy leaves (that have been soaked in cider vinegar overnight), mugwort, cabbage, common or marsh mallow or birch leaves..General characteristics
General characteristics
Diet and lifestyle
Diet and lifestyle
Useful herbs
Useful herbs
Natural healing
Natural healing
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