How to Heal those Cracked Heels
/Just because summer and sandal season is over, it doesn't mean you get to hide your heel problem away in Ugg boots and slippers for the rest of the year. Dry, cracked heels are telltale symptoms and signs that we need to listen to our body. Here are some bigger issues that could be the root cause:
Dehydrated much?
Cracked heels can be a clear sign of dehydration. Luckily, this is one of the most common and easiest problems to fix. My recommendation is to drink half your body weight in ounces of water daily. (So if you’re 150lbs, that’s 75oz of water per day.) And if you’re drinking caffeine, juice, or alcohol, you can offset them with 1.5 times their volume in water. Last tip: stick to plain, filtered water and not alkaline or sparkling!
E.F.A = M.V.P.
Lack of Essential Fatty Acids can also lead to those cracked heels. Though the most buzz-worthy essential fatty acid is Omega 3, we need more than that. Our bodies need the full range of fatty acids to support optimal health. The two easiest ways to accomplish that? Eat enough fat in your daily diet (from grass-fed butter to macadamia nuts and beyond), and supplement with fish oil from cold water, sustainably sourced fish like cod, anchovy and mackerel.
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Don't overlook the gallbladder
If you are drinking enough water, eating enough fats, and still struggling with heel problems, you may need gallbladder support. Though small, the gallbladder has the huge job of helping your body absorb fats. When it gets congested, it can lead to nausea, headaches, trouble detoxing, and yes, dry cracked heels. The best at-home remedies are Castor Oil packs and drinking some beet juice alongside your fish oil supplement.