In winter, many people may experience dry and cracked heels, and some may even experience bleeding and pain in their heels. Is this phenomenon just because the weather is relatively dry in winter? In fact, cracked heels are also related to these three reasons. Let’s take a look at them together.
What is the cause of "cracked heels"? It may be related to these 3 things!
1. Skin diseases
In winter, because of the cold weather, blood vessels are more easily irritated. At this time, people's limbs are more likely to feel cold, which takes away the body temperature on the skin. At this time, cold hands and feet and dry and cracked heels often appear. phenomenon, but not all cracked heels are caused by the weather. If you suffer from some skin diseases, you are also prone to dry and cracked heels, such as ichthyosis. When you suffer from this disease, the skin is prone to dryness, leading to dry and cracked heels.
2, athlete's foot
If you suffer from athlete's foot, you may have dry and cracked heels, because athlete's foot is usually caused by fungi. After suffering from athlete's foot, itching, cracked heels, etc. often occur. At this time, you can apply some moisturizing products , choose shoes that suit you, and ensure the breathability of the shoes.
3. Lack of nutrition
If the body lacks certain nutrients, such as vitamin A and vitamin E, dry skin is prone to occur, especially on the heels, which may cause dryness and cracking of the heels, so it is said , Appropriate supplementation of vitamin A can protect the skin and mucous membranes, appropriate supplementation of vitamin E can promote the formation of collagen, and you can usually eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to supplement it.
Have you ever experienced the phenomenon of "cracked heels"? How do you prevent it? If you have better prevention methods, please leave a message in the comments below to discuss.
