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12/07/2025

Don’t always wear supportive footwear!
This might seem like a strange statement, and may need a little bit of explaining.
Basically, the body only pays attention to muscles which are being used, and works on developing and engaging those. Any muscles which seem irrelevant don’t get strengthened. You can think of this in the situation of ‘bingo wings’ if we are not using our triceps as much, or the fact that someone who has been mostly on bed rest with a broken leg will find that the muscles have withered in the little used limbs. The great thing to remember is that muscles can be strengthened again, as our clever bodies can rethink their strategy when it becomes apparent that muscles are being used.
The problem with always wearing supportive footwear is that the feet no longer need to support themselves, leading to potential weaknesses when the muscles tire easily if left to stand alone.
A good way to maintain some muscle strength in your feet is to walk barefoot on a soft surface such as a rug, grass, or carpet, for at least a little while each day.
Another way to maintain or regain some foot strength is to try to lift your arch without lifting toes or heels off the floor. Holding the foot in this position when either sitting or standing can seem very tiring at first, but as the muscles get used to the exertion they will strengthen accordingly. This exercise has been shown to be effective in improving arch strength, and in lifting arches that were falling, in as little as 6 weeks (Unver, B, et al. (2019) Effects of short-foot exercises on foot posture, pain, disability, and plantar pressure in pen planus. J. Sport Rehabil. 16 1-5.)
A good exercise to try, which takes minimal equipment and can be done whilst seated, is to lay a towel flat on the floor in front of you, and to put your bare foot on the edge of it nearest you. Using your toes, whilst keeping your heel on the floor, scrunch the towel and pull it in towards you. When it is all gathered in lay it back out and start with the other foot! Ideally try to do this a couple of times with each foot.

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11/07/2025

Foot Health blog coming soon! Keep an eye out for it! :)

09/07/2025

ZINC is crucial micronutrient for our bodies. It is required for a wide range of bodily functions, including eye health, wound healing and the functioning of a healthy immune system. Zinc is necessary for the development and activity of cells within the immune system, which help the body fight off infections and viruses. It helps with wound healing as it is involved in blood clotting, tissue repair and collagen formation.
Zinc helps with DNA synthesis and cell growth and development, and is also vital for proper metabolism and thyroid function. Zinc is essential for cell division, growth and development, especially during childhood, adolescence and pregnancy. Zinc is also a vital component in over 300 enzymes. These are proteins that facilitate various chemical reactions within the body, such as digestion and metabolism.
If you feel that your sense of taste and smell seems less acute – that could also be down to not enough zinc! Zinc is essential for the function of taste and smell receptors, allowing us to perceive flavours and smells.
Zinc also contributes to bone health, may help protect against age-related macular degeneration, and plays a role in reproductive health.
Zinc is found in a variety of foods, including shellfish (especially oysters), meat, poultry, and dairy products. Other good sources include legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.
It is easy to test whether you may be zinc deficient. If you would like to know how, please get in touch!

05/07/2025

Are you getting enough zinc, and do you know why you need it? Look out for our blog, coming soon.