BEST HOME REMEDIES FOR CRACKED HEELS

Cracked heels arise from the expansion of feet pads due to pressure from the body weight that is placed on them. This becomes troublesome if the skin is excessively dry as cracks begin to form. This is especially problematic if one spends many hours on their feet as this condition is more likely to occur.

Generally, this is an aesthetic problem but some patients experience deep cracks that feel painful and can even bleed or get infected. So as the days grow colder, take the following steps into account when your feet start cracking under pressure.

Make sure you clean and dry your feet correctly every day. If they are severely cracked and possibly bleeding, it is a good idea to soak your feet in a bowl of warm water with a tablespoonful of salt for 15 to 20 minutes each day. You can also put some essential oils into the water, such as tea tree oil which acts as an antiseptic, to help prevent infection.

If you have cracked heels and are experiencing minor pain because of it, there are treatments and home remedies you can do to alleviate pain and prevent another onset of heel fissures. The most severe cases, however, will be a little harder to treat and should already be overseen by a doctor or dermatologist.

Banana, avocado and coconut use 1/2 a avo, 1/2 a coconut and one banana, blend to a creamy paste and apply daily cover with socks, the pulp of a banana is also very good to treat cracked heels - just put it over the area, leave for 15 minutes and rinse off.

Olive oil can treat cracked heels effectively. Apply the oil to your feet regularly, before you go to bed and do not rinse the oil off. Wear socks and leave it overnight. The socks will help in the absorption of the oil and your heels will be supple and soft when you wake up.

Honey can be used the same way petroleum jelly and olive oil are used, by slathering it on and covering it with a pair of socks while you sleep. Honey is not only helpful in making your feet soft; it can also help heal any wounds that may be present. There are several dry cracked heels home remedy options for you to choose and find comfort in using.

Diet plays an important role in keeping your feet healthy and nourished. By eating a Vitamin A rich diet one can insure foot health and avoiding dry and cracked heels as well. Such foods include carrots, sweet potatoes, kale, spinach and pumpkin which are all excellent sources of Vitamin A.