MD Podiatrist Recommends Wool Socks for Winter

 
It might seem obvious, but socks are the first step to keeping your tootsies toasty in the winter. But no two socks are created alike, and some materials are better than others. “You want to look for materials that keep your feet warm but also don’t trap sweat, so avoid standard cotton if your feet sweat easily,” Daniel Michaels, DPM, MS explained. “One of the most sought after materials for socks is Merino wool, or socks made with polypropylene or Thermax„¢ materials.