Stinky Smelly Feet.  For some of you out there, girls sweaty feet may do something for you.  But for most of us, the smell of foot odor is not something to desire.

So what can be done to get rid of very sweaty feet?  Well before you run down to the pharmacy for some strong products, lets start with some basics.

Firstly what causes feet to smell?  Put simply, our feet are placed into small dark holes, often airtight, and then made work all day, often without a break.  All this hard labor will make them sweat.  That alone is is the root of the problem, but more so, it is compounded by other factors.

How many of you have removed your footwear during the day just to let you feet breathe?  When was the last time you took time to just wash your feet?  And answer honestly, how many of us have gone to the gym or the sports club, had a shower, but then put back on the smelly socks we wore on the way in?

Simple habits like wearing a good quality shoe, that allows breathability will reduce your foot odor problem.  Change your socks at least once a day, and try to wear a different pair of shoes each day, to allow one pair time to dry out.

There are those who despite having these good habits will need a little more help.  I am often asked for foot odor natural remedies, and I have come across people who use tea, or tea tree oil, or even vinegar for smelly feet, but honestly, which is better?  Either way your feet are going to smell bad.

If you have really bad smelly feet, then I would take the advice of your pharmacist, who can give you a deodorant foot spray or powder, such as Dr Scholl. But remember no spray on it’s own is the cure for smelly feet.  The good practices have to be followed also.

There is no remedy for smelly feet but with a little practice and persistence, you can significantly reduce how your feet smell.