Sugary foods. Sugar is acidic to the body. Avoid refined sugars and artificial sweeteners, which cause inflammation. Instead, opt for honey and maple syrup, which are full of beneficial minerals, or eat whole fruits, which balance the sugar intake with fiber.
Not to be confused with Pediatrist. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician (/poÊËdaÉªÉtrÉªst/ poh-dye-eh-trist) or foot doctor, is a medical professional, a physician devoted to the study and medical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower extremity.
A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) is a doctor specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders resulting from injury or disease. A DPM makes independent judgments, prescribes medications and performs surgery.