Ladies love their high heels. From the way they look, to what they do to their legs, some of women just can't live without them. But a new study by the Journal of Applied Physiology shows the damage may be a lot worse than once thought.
High heels not only cause issues like bunions and corns, the incline of your foot strains your calf, which can lead to permanent muscle damage. And all that inflammation that causes throbbing feet may actually increase our risk of heart disease.
“No question about it. Inflammation inside your body can happen anywhere. It can happen from wearing shoes,” said researcher Dr. David Agus.
That inflammation is the biggest problem. The study shows that swelling in your feet can put extra stress on your heart, leading to a greater risk of heart disease.
