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Apr 2018
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#13 The Importance of Barefoot Shoes wit...

Dr Rangan Chatterjee: GP & Author
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Dr Chatterjee talks to co-founder of global footwear brand, Vivobarefoot, Galahad Clark. Galahad comes from the family behind shoe-making dynasty Clarks and he explains why he set up Vivobarefoot. They discuss why it is important to allow your feet to move naturally and what impact kids shoes can have on their future health.

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