Fights athlete’s foot: Black tea soaks

Summer is sandal season—unfortunately, it’s also athlete’s foot season. Why? The fungi that cause this flaky rash grow rapidly when feet sweat. To erase athlete’s foot in just a week, soak your feet daily in strong black tea. University of Memphis scientists say tea’s tannins are toxic to foot fungi—and the bacteria that cause odor too! To do: Place 6 tea bags in 1 quart of boiling water, remove from heat and steep 15 minutes; when the liquid is cool enough for comfort, immerse your feet and relax for 15 minutes.