Podiatrist Manuel Vidal points out three mistakes that ruin feet in the summer: "We all do it."

Feet are one of the body parts that suffer the most in summer . Spain's beaches and pools are filled with people looking to cool off and cope with the high temperatures of the summer months. During these months , sneakers or closed-toe shoes are often abandoned in favor of sandals . However, the heat, sweat, or prolonged use of open-toed shoes can lead to chafing, blisters, or extreme dryness. However, fungal infections are also very common during this time.

Maintaining proper exfoliation, moisturizing daily, and choosing the right footwear for each occasion can be key to a peaceful and enjoyable vacation without any setbacks. For example, suffering from foot fungus takes time to heal . In milder cases, it can improve in 2 to 4 weeks, but if it penetrates deeper or affects the nails, it can last from 6 weeks to several months.

Podiatrist Manuel Vidal explained the three most common mistakes people make in the summer, which can be very detrimental to foot health.

Mistakes that affect foot health, according to Manuel Vidal

One of the first mistakes the podiatrist pointed out in a video he shared on social media is wearing shoes that are too narrow . Here, he pointed out all those sneakers that are similar to Converse. "Wearing these types of shoes is the easiest way to get a bunion," he explained. However, it can also lead to pain, black toenails, or deformities .

The list also includes going barefoot in public pools or showers . "If you walk barefoot too much, you'll get papillomas and fungus ," the podiatrist said. He added: "Believe me when I tell you, these things aren't easy to treat."

"This last one seems silly, but it's super important," Vidal explained, adding that this mistake is one that "absolutely everyone makes." The expert revealed that another very simple way to get fungus is when you don't dry your toes properly after getting out of the shower . It's essential to dry your toes thoroughly after a shower, especially your fifth toe.