How To Treat Your Feet When Traveling
- By: Silvester Thompson

They say getting there is half the fun. But if you anticipate long hours on the road, on the tracks or in the air, getting there can be the worst part of your trip.



Chalk it up to tight transportation quarters or cramped positions. In fact, inactivity and sitting in one position for prolonged periods, as many people do while traveling, can stiffen muscles and hinder circulation. This inactivity can also cause health problems such as swelling of the feet and blood clots in the legs.



Finding relief and relaxation during your journey - and at your destination - can be as simple as knowing how to treat your feet. Moving and stretching your feet and legs and wearing proper footwear can help keep your circulation in check.



Give your feet - and yourself - a little tender loving care with these simple travel tips from the American Podiatric Medical Association.



* Work out right in your seat. Sprinting through the aisle may be out of the question, but physical activity is possible without irking other passengers, thanks to simple foot exercises.



Rotate each foot several times clockwise and counterclockwise, then repeat. Flex your toes up and down, working your calves. If room permits, try raising each knee, holding it there for a few seconds and tensing your thigh muscle. Or, simply wiggle your toes.



* Stay mobile. On a plane, when the pilot invites you to move about the cabin, take him up on it. Experts recommend stretching your legs and walking around at least once an hour. Request an aisle seat, if possible, to facilitate movement.



* Wear comfortable footwear. While traveling, loosen your shoelaces or take off your shoes. To keep swollen feet at bay during long flights, try wearing supportive elastic stockings. Pack supportive shoes and socks, especially if your vacation calls for plenty of sightseeing on foot.



If a special evening calls for high heels, wear heels no higher than 1.5 inches. Heed podiatrists' rule of thumb: the wider the heel, the more support. For men, a pair of quality oxfords offers comfort during a night of dancing.



What should you do with new shoes that haven't been broken in? It's best to leave them at home.



* Cool your heels. Pack a spa kit for your feet, complete with foot lotion for a soothing massage, a foot brush and pedicure materials for use after a full day of walking around.

They say getting there is half the fun. But if you anticipate long hours on the road, on the tracks or in the air, getting there can be the worst part of your trip.

For more information on foot care, visit www.apma.org. - NU

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Hair- How To Get Hair That Will Make Other's Envious?
- By: CD Mohatta

How to get hair that makes others envious? What qualities are needed for that? How to manage hair so that it remains healthy at all the times and how to avoid hair damage? Some important questions that need to be answered to get hair that makes others envious. Here are few quick tips-



Hair Care Tip 1



Brush gently. Don't brush wet hair. Untangle hair with fingers gently. Any rough action will damage the cuticle and expose the shaft. This causes long-term damage to the hair. Keep your cuticles healthy and half the battle is won. Cuticles are like the walls of a house. If the walls are strong the house will remain strong, otherwise everything will come down.



Hair Care Tip 2



Healthy cuticles- to manage the health of the cuticles use a leave in conditioner. Don't use harsh detergents or soaps on the hair. Avoid all types of chemical treatments and avoid heat as much as possible. All the chemical treatments damage the cuticle. Otherwise they would not work. Keep away from sunshine because sun damages hair. Wear a hat that does not allow light to enter. Whenever you go for a swim in the sea, wear a protective cap and take bath immediately afterwards. Chlorine in the swimming pools can damage the hair. Take protection from that. After swimming in the pool, use a detergent that will neutralize the chlorine. If you don't take these steps, you may even suffer hair loss.



These are some small tips to protect your hair. Like Rome, good and healthy scalp hair does not build in a day. Take care everyday and get envious looks from others.



This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

How to get hair that makes others envious? What qualities are needed for that? How to manage hair so that it remains healthy at all the times and how to avoid hair damage?

The author C.D.Mohatta writes articles on skin problems, skin treatments and skin care. You can visit Doctor Good Skin for more information about how to have good skin. The author also writes for quizzes on personality, relationships and career at Fun Quiz Cards. Lastly the author writes for free ecards on topics like holidays, birthday, love, friendship, family, expressions, celebrations, etc.

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