Your feet may peel due to a skin condition, such as eczema, or fungal infection. Sometimes peeling feet may be a symptom of an underlying condition. Your treatment will depend on the underlying cause ...

Why are some feet smellier than others? Damp feet cause more than just bacteria buildup. Sweaty feet create an ideal environment for fungal infections, like athlete’s foot or toenail fungus. Some ...

While the majority of sweat and therefore body odors are natural and can be washed away, some of us sweat more and smell more than others of us. For example, some children’s feet might smell more than ...

From four-mile runs to four-inch stilettos, pounding the pavement every day can wreak havoc on your feet. Foot fads have come and gone over the years (Anyone remember the PedEgg?). We scoured the ...

If you notice that your feet smell bad when you take off your shoes, you’re not alone. Having stinky feet is a very common problem. Learn more about what causes feet to smell bad and how you can help ...

Most smells come from kids being active explorers and can wash off with soap, water, and teeth brushing. But what if an offensive odor doesn’t go away? Dr. Cindy Gellner goes smell by smell to ...

Foot skin issues are common among teenagers—and no, it’s not always athlete’s foot. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about three common foot skin issues in teenagers, and how to identify and treat ...

A mix of bacteria and sweat are likely to blame, experts say. But small changes can go a long way in reducing odors. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Amy Jamieson Q: I live ...