Vinegar: The surprising remedy for summer foot care

High temperatures can lead to water retention in the body, resulting in swelling. These can be caused by external and internal factors, such as heart disease, kidney issues, diabetes, or thrombosis.

Vinegar is mainly associated with cooking or cleaning. However, it is also an invaluable tool in the natural care of feet. How can you prepare a home vinegar soak for your feet? Check it out.

Vinegar is often used to clean various surfaces. Mixed with baking soda, it works great for unclogging drains. However, it also has other uses.

Not everyone knows it can also be used in your daily care routine. It's especially useful in fighting swollen feet. After a long day, it's worth giving them a relaxing soak in water with the addition of vinegar, preferably apple cider vinegar.

Add one cup of vinegar to every litre of warm water in a basin. A cup of sea salt and Epsom salt will also help soften the skin. To neutralize the strong smell of vinegar, add some essential oil, preferably lavender, to help you relax.

Soak your feet in this mixture daily for a week—fifteen minutes is enough. Vinegar can also help remove calluses, reduce pain, and treat cracked heels and thickened skin.

Vinegar is also effective in fighting unpleasant foot odour. Such a bath also strengthens nails and helps in treating fungal infections.

However, remember that vinegar should not be used if the feet have irritations or wounds. In such cases, they may heal much more slowly.