At Feet First Foot Care Specialists, we understand the relationship between foods you choose and your feet and ankles' health. To show just how important your diet is, we want to share with our Middlesex County patients seven ways to eat your way to better podiatric health.

  1. Eat more berries—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries all contain antioxidants called anthocyanins which have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect.
  2. Have an extra serving of broccoli—it’s a cruciferous vegetable, along with brussels sprouts and cauliflower. These decrease your risk of heart disease. Heart disease can cause poor circulation—a serious detriment to helping feet get the oxygen and nutrients they need to heal and fight off infections.
  3. Practice portion control—it’s not just what you eat; it's how much. The bottom line is that if you take in more calories than your body can burn, you're going to gain weight. Start by using a smaller plate to cut down on food amounts and swear off seconds naturally.
  4. Try a kale and green tea smoothy for breakfast--smoothies are a great way to pack lots of essential nutrients into one delicious drink. Green tea is known to help with weight loss, and kale is an inflammation fighter. Add some milk or yogurt, and you can also give your bones a calcium boost.
  5. Bake up some oatmeal cookies—oatmeal helps lower cholesterol—a bad guy who can build up on your arteries' walls and slow blood flow to your legs and feet. Choose a recipe that's low in sugar, however, to keep calories down.
  6. Experiment with new herbs and spices--adding flavor with fresh rosemary, mint, cumin, smoked paprika, and other seasonings will make food tasty without adding salt. Lowering sodium is key to keeping blood pressure in check.
  7. Grill or roast up some one-dish dinners--sheet pan and foil packet cooking allows you to save calories (and time and clean up!). Light spray a baking sheet or pieces of foil, add a lean protein and some veggies and potatoes, and you’ll have a delicious dinner.

Of course, healthy eating is just one component of good podiatric health. If your feet are causing you pain, talk to our podiatrist, Dr. Adam Mucinskas, to learn the best way to treat your condition. Contact our Cromwell office for an appointment by calling 860-632-5499.

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