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Losing Weight
![]() If your feet think you are fat, it is because you might have extra pounds that are affecting them. Follow these tips to help your feet from future conditions or complications:
Childhood Obesity & Feet According to Public Health Canada, obesity rates among children and youth in Canada have nearly tripled in the last 30 years. Children and youth who are obese are at higher risk of developing a range of health problems and feet issues that could persist into adulthood. Children with obesity tend to expend less time in physical activities.This can affect the development and strengthening of the foot's structure. Podiatrist can treat foot conditions in obese children and youth to prevent pain or future complications. Exercise and a healthy diet are necessary to avoid obese children to become obese adults. | Many people with obesity or overweight give up on exercise as the way to lose weight because related of discomfort and pain in their feet and ankles. The truth is your feet and ankles might be in pain because of those extra pounds. So, how do we exercise without causing feet and ankle injuries? The answer varies depending on the person and their specific feet and ankle conditions. The first step is to seek evaluation and treatment from a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine who can assess your feet problems and help you to go on with your resolution to lose those extra pounds. Experts recommend to start with low impact exercises, such as swimming, yoga or aerobics and gradually change the routine according to your necessities and conditions. Right Foot Wear
As you lose those extra pounds, your foot structure might change. It will be necessary to adjust your foot wear to make sure your feet don’t suffer. Diet
According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are certain foods which ingredients or components can cause inflammation; there are others that can cause allergies and some that can trigger different health conditions. In any case, they can affect your feet causing pain or worsening your foot conditions. |