I love my UGGs--seriously, a fashion faux pas or not, I think they're the comfiest thing to wear in the winter, which is why I bought a second pair this month. But those warm and toasty boots we all love (or maybe you're in the love-to-hate category?) may be a health risk to your feet, warn experts. Here's what they say...
They're like wearing slippers, huh? That's why I'm addicted. But, the sheep-skin lined boots, and their generic counterparts, may not be that great for the health of your feet, legs and hips, say experts--not the mention the fact that wearing them too often, and without socks, can create a breeding ground for foot fungus (eeww!).
"UGGs have little to no arch support," explained Krista Archer, a podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon in Manhattan, to MSNBC's Body Odd blog, who says that wearing UGG-like boots too often can lead to foot, ankle, leg and hip pain--and even throw off your walk completely.
A good warning to switch things up in the shoe department, but honestly, I still love my UGGs (I must may not wear them quite as much this season!).
Thoughts on these types of boots and foot/body pain? Do you love UGGs?
P.S. You want to look great in your little black dress, right? Well, avoid this strategy--it backfires! And, a cute winter workout jacket for cold-weather jogging! Plus, these boots may be worth a try ...
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