Soak feet or hands in cold water for 15 minutes twice a day for burning pain. Massage feet or hands to improve circulation and stimulate nerves to temporarily relieve pain. Get involved in activities that distract from the pain. Reduce stress levels and stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine. These may intensify pain.
Research continues to find more effective therapies for peripheral neuropathy.
Most people think of nuts as being loaded with fat and high in calories. They are, but they are also loaded with nutrients. According to the November issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter, when eaten in moderation or substituted for something else, nuts can be part of a healthful diet. Nuts tend to be high in fat, but the fat in nuts is mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat. These fats don t appear to increase blood cholesterol.