Man therefore gets his vitamin A by eating plants which are rich in carotenes or by eating those parts of domestic animals which are rich in the vitamin itself: liver, butter and cream from milk; egg yolk; and cod-liver oil.
If the vamp is too loose, your heel may slip out of the shoe, while a vamp that is too tight can cause toe pain or numbness. Counter. The heel counter is the back of the shoe that holds the heel in place. A stiff counter offers greater heel control and stability.
Problem: Plantar Fasciitis. A band of tissue called the plantar fascia runs along the bottom of the foot. It pulls on the heel when you walk -- and it works best with the proper arch in your foot. Walking barefoot, or in flimsy shoes without sufficient arch support, can overstretch, tear, or inflame the plantar fascia. This common condition can cause intense heel pain, and resting the feet only provides temporary relief.