Can you tell your overall health by looking at your feet?

A recent article at blogsky.com suggests that looking at your feet can, in essence, be a barometer of your overall health. Is that true? Well, while certainly most foot health conditions may not have a direct causal correlation, the article may be correct in that your feet may give you some signals that are worth checking out. Here's part of the article:

Hairless Feet or Toes - There is nothing to be happy if you do not have any hair growth on your feet or toes. This means poor blood circulation, most often caused due to vascular diseases. It also becomes difficult to feel a pulse on the feet, which is a very bad indication of foot health.

Frequent Foot Cramping - If you have frequent foot cramping then you immediately need to diagnose your foot problems. You might be having a calcium, potassium or magnesium deficiency in the body. In this case, you need to include foods that include all the above nutrients in your diet for healthy feet. And if you want to get temporary relief from such foot problems then you might just massage the area gently.

Cold Feet - This is another poor foot health sign that shows a circulatory problem. It might be caused due to smoking, high blood pressure, anaemia or heart diseases. And if you are diabetic then the nervous system damage caused by it may also be a reason behind such foot problems. Consult with a doctor and find out the reasons behind your cold foot.

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Always consult with a board-certified physician for the evaluation or treatment of a medical condition. In Colorado Springs, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Kerry E. Berg at Intermountain Foot & Ankle Associates, PC, if you suspect you may be suffering from a foot health condition. Simply call 719-594-9920.

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