Revealing Bare Feet in Yoga Class May
Be Too Embarrassing for Some
Princeton,
NJ - May 24, 2005 -- Millions of Americans are discovering
yoga as a way to relieve stress, develop a stronger, flexible
body and achieve a relaxed state of mind, body and spirit.
First popularized in the 1960's, yoga waned in the 1970's
in favor of aerobics, but its resurgence has been dramatic.
There are yoga classes for babies and yoga vacations. Yoga
classes specifically for seniors, for the disabled, for
athletes, for dancers and for expectant mothers. Yoga clothes
are chic. Companies have sprung up that offer yoga accessories,
from non-slip mats to diamond pendants that say "Om." Among
the many celebrities that practice the discipline are Nicholas
Cage, Madonna and Gywneth Paltrow. It is now so mainstream
that yoga DVD's are available at Wal-Mart and Target.
Baby boomers figure prominently among yoga devotees,
having been the first generation to be exposed to it in
the 1960's by celebrities like the Beatles. Now looking
for ways to remain young, strong, healthy and mentally
alert, baby boomers are returning to yoga in droves to
obtain its anti-aging benefits, including cell oxygenation,
increased joint mobility and reduced stress. Carol J.
Buck is CEO of Xenna Corporation in Princeton, New Jersey,
a distributor of natural foot care products. A baby boomer
herself, she says, "It's all about staying youthful, both
physically and mentally, no matter what age you are!"
Among the basic requirements for most yoga classes are
loose-fitting clothing, a yoga mat and bare feet. However,
for individuals with yellow, discolored toenails or rough,
cracked heels - common problems among baby boomers - going
barefoot may be so embarrassing they decide to forego
yoga instruction altogether. Ms. Buck hears about the
emotional impact of having unattractive feet on a daily
basis. She says, "Many individuals have contacted me about
the frustration they face because of their embarrassment
about how their feet look. They avoid swimming pools,
the beach and wearing sandals because they simply don't
want to bare their feet in public. Women can wear nail
polish over yellow nails, but guys don't have this option.
Having unsightly nails rules out flip-flops, hotel hot
tubs and yoga classes."
Fortunately, there are new, natural ways to address the
problem of ugly feet. Xenna's patented NonyX® Nail Gel
was developed to provide a natural solution to the problem
of yellow, dark or discolored nails. Ms. Buck says, "NonyX
Gel is a topical, easy-to-use gel that breaks down and
removes yellow, discolored or thick keratin debris buildup
under nails - the actual source of nail discoloration.
It softens keratin debris using natural ethanoic acid,
and permits it to be scraped out from under the nail after
about four weeks. Once keratin debris is removed, NonyX
Gel keeps nails looking clear and attractive with regular
use."
A recent clinical study confirmed NonyX Nail Gel significantly
improves toenail color and clarity by exfoliating yellowing
keratin debris from under the nail.
Calluses and dry, cracked heels are another source of
embarrassment which prevents many people from being comfortable
with baring their feet in public. Acid-free CalleX® Callus
Ointment uses natural, fast-acting enzymes to exfoliate,
thin and soften calluses and dry, cracked heels. According
to podiatrist David Tsui, "CalleX Ointment works very
well. I have used it on my patients and on myself. You
see a real difference in one week." A gentle rubbing action
with a wet, soapy washcloth is sufficient to gradually
exfoliate callus and dry, cracked heels, as well as on
hands and other hardened skin areas.
Ms. Buck says, " In the past, people just accepted aging
and all that used to connote. Nowadays, keeping your feet
attractive and youthful-looking is possible. It takes
some time - months, in fact, -- but the pleasure of looking
down and seeing a handsome or pretty foot is well worth
it in the end."
NonyX Nail Gel can be purchased in the footcare section
of Walgreens, Rite Aid, Longs, Drug Emporium, Brooks and
most Medicine Shoppe drugstores. You'll also find it at
HEB and Brookshire grocery stores, through podiatric physicians,
independent pharmacies and online at www.drugstore.com
and www.xenna.com.
CalleX Ointment is now available in the footcare section
at Longs Drugs, from podiatric physicians and online at
www.drugstore.com and www.xenna.com.
Xenna Corporation is a privately-held company which develops
and distributes natural personal care products for skin,
hair and nails.