Natural Remedies For Toe Nail Fungus
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Toe nail fungus is very common and it can be quite disgusting for the person suffering from it. If left un treated it can harmful because the fungus feeds on keratin which makes up the surface of the toe nail. It can cause very un attractive discoloration and in some cases disfiguration of the toe nails. Toe nail fungus is contagious and should be treated right away. People who are exposed to damp areas often such a public gym, swimming pools, or shower stalls tend to develop toe nail fungus more often.
Home Remedies for Toe Nail Fungus
Soak your toes in Listerine mouthwash at least twice each day. Listerine not only can kill germs within the mouth but it can kill germs that linger in your nail bed. It is a very potent antiseptic.
Tea tree oil is also a wonderful antiseptic which can help to treat fungus. Apply pure tea tree oil directly the areas on and around the toe nails. Rub the oil thoroughly each day.
Be sure to include a whole food multivitamin and mineral supplement in your diet. Also eat foods which contain probiotics such as yogurt. These foods help to balance out the good bacteria in your body making it much harder for fungus to grow.
The fungus does well in a warm and moist environment. When your feet are exposed to warm moist areas be sure to wash them thoroughly. Also clean your shower stall each week with a disinfectant to prevent the fungus from spreading. If the fungus keeps recurring get a new pair of shoes and be sure they are dry and stay dry when wearing them. Wear cotton socks.
Don't share towels shoes or other items with people who you know have the fungus. The entire family may need to be treated to prevent the fungus from coming back.
Home Remedies for Toe Nail Fungus
Soak your toes in Listerine mouthwash at least twice each day. Listerine not only can kill germs within the mouth but it can kill germs that linger in your nail bed. It is a very potent antiseptic.
Tea tree oil is also a wonderful antiseptic which can help to treat fungus. Apply pure tea tree oil directly the areas on and around the toe nails. Rub the oil thoroughly each day.
Be sure to include a whole food multivitamin and mineral supplement in your diet. Also eat foods which contain probiotics such as yogurt. These foods help to balance out the good bacteria in your body making it much harder for fungus to grow.
The fungus does well in a warm and moist environment. When your feet are exposed to warm moist areas be sure to wash them thoroughly. Also clean your shower stall each week with a disinfectant to prevent the fungus from spreading. If the fungus keeps recurring get a new pair of shoes and be sure they are dry and stay dry when wearing them. Wear cotton socks.
Don't share towels shoes or other items with people who you know have the fungus. The entire family may need to be treated to prevent the fungus from coming back.
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