Punxsutawney Phil has spoken and we are in for another six weeks of winter (mild as it may be). But with St. Louis, you never quite know what to expect from the weather. It can be warm and sunny one day and a frozen tundra the next. When winter weather does hit, you have to be prepared and ready to take care of your feet. Whether you’ll be hitting the slopes, twirling around the ice skating rink, or just trying to make it from your front door to your car, the proper winter footwear is greatly important.  Here are some tips for healthy feet during these chilly months:

It seems that one of the latest shoe crazes in the past few years is the advent of so-called “toning shoes” that promise to sculpt and tighten the legs, thighs, and buns of their owners. However, consumers need to carefully analyze these miracle products before purchasing them. 

Each year, as the harsh winter months blow through in all their fury, Midwesterners are faced with the difficult challenge of properly caring for their body and skin. Although it can be easy to dismiss dry skin that cracks and itches in these, for those with diabetes, it is critical to properly care for your feet year-round.