Yesterday I asked if it was too early to wear flip-flops and a girl told me, "I think it still is a little to cold for flip flops. But a word of advice, I would find something other that flip flops. They are really bad 4 your feet, and even though they feel comfy, when you get older it's more likely that you will have problems with your feet. "
How are flip-flops bad for your feet?
2007-03-07 09:56:17 · 26 answers · asked by tennisluver90 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Nothing wrong with thongs. There's even some of them with some built-in arch support.
Bad for your feet??? Now, don't even get me STARTED on how bad HEELS are for your feets!!!!
2007-03-07 10:01:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Mostly, they do not offer the support your feet require - such as arch support. It also seriously depends on your feet - some people do just fine living a life in flip flops.. others have issues (such as fallen arches, fungus, dried skin, etc). The best idea? Talk to a podiatrist or a trusted shoe salesperson. The doctors and REALLY good shoe people usually have good ways of informing you of your foot make-up.
As far as too cold? That is up to each person's tolerance. If you notice your toes feel like they are going to freeze off, then, yah - it might be too cold for you! :P
2007-03-07 10:03:41 · answer #2 · answered by MeJaiBea 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Flip Flops are not bad for your feet as long as you don't go buy the cheap ones at Walmart. Buy a good pair from a reputable store and you will be fine....and its NOT too early to wear flip flops!
2007-03-07 10:09:03 · answer #3 · answered by jwjkrjstorm 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They allow your feet to get wider because there is nothing keeping the bones squished together. Also the lack of support can be bad for your arches. Flip-flops aren't bad if you don't wear them all the time. Have other shoe choices & wear them often.
2007-03-07 09:59:40 · answer #4 · answered by ang_phx 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it drys your skin if too much sun gets to it.but your fine,if your not over 50.but just don't worry, you can wear flips flops just no 24/7 thats insane.i wouldn't wear them to early because your feet might be could and the can be purple. but that never happens unless it is like 30 degrees.
2007-03-07 10:01:32 · answer #5 · answered by Surfergirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there's no arch support, so wearing flip-flops everyday could cause "fallen arches" or "flat feet" which i've heard is quite painful. wearing them once in a while is okay, but you might want to look into other, more supportive options...but not yet! no sandals till easter/early spring!
2007-03-07 10:05:43 · answer #6 · answered by moondancer629 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that's true.
The worst part about flip-flops is that they don't give a lot of support to your feet/arches. Maybe that's whats bad about them.
I guess, my advice is don't wear them 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
2007-03-07 09:59:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hey!!
Well, I dont know if flip flops have been bad for my feet so far, but I can assure you they were really bad for my butt!!
Yeah well, my mom would whack me with one when I was naughty. Flip flops tend to leave red marks on your butt!!!
2007-03-07 10:46:48 · answer #8 · answered by Vince Ruberto 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They don't support the arches of your feet, and for some people (like me) their arches will collapse ... and it hurts. Flip flops are okay to wear occasionally, but not everyday.
2007-03-07 09:59:10 · answer #9 · answered by Kristi 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Today was the first day I broke out my flip-flop/cuteie heel archive. Today is bright red buckle open toed heels!
It depends on the day I suppose. It is March... break out!
2007-03-07 10:00:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋