First, I saw a podiatrist, which I didn't expect. This is a diabetes thing, since feet are hard to take care of.
My feet? Tired (so VERY tired) but in good shape. She gave me a prescription for a foot cream (to get rid of my calluses) and advised me to get an athletic style insole - NOT Dr. Scholl's.
Then I saw J, the PA. And was given a prescription for 50,000 mg of Vitamin D, to be taken weekly for a month and then monthly. My A1C is good - 7 - but not great. Yet. And my cholesterol is also good, not great. She advised fish oil. I need find a kosher brand. (And good numbers after Pesach? YAY.)
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December 2010
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fish oil and feet
Hi. I've seen you're recent posts but haven't had a chance to read them. Best of luck and success on the chef path. Foot pain is a hazard of any job that keeps you on your feet - I had to watch it as a PT and advise you to purchase very well fitting shoes with thick enough shoes for cushioning. You may also think about getting the insoles that runners use. Sorbothane is what comes to mind as a material. I'll try to check the ones I have and see if they still have a brand name on them. Re: fish oil and feet
I'm wearing steel-toed work shoes. They're heavy, but they have thick non-skid soles. The podiatrist approved of them, while recommending the insoles. (Kitchens have hot oil, boiling water, heavy pots and knives, all of which can be dropped on one's feet. Good, sturdy protective shoes are a must.) Also, they have lots of toe-room, which I need. Re: fish oil and feet
Hi, it sounds like you have everything in hand - or foot, as the case may be. I'm glad you wear steel toed shoes, I had no idea that the kitchen was so hazardous. I hope you'll find some good insoles or anything else you need. I didn't mean to come on too strong, it's just that I care about you very much. Best wishes. |