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Best Natural Treatments for Toenail Fungus
Toenail fungus infection is characterized by thickening and hardening of the nails, making it brittle and
discolored. Medically called onychomycosis, nail (specifically, toe nail) fungus is typically caused by
Trichophyton rubrum, Candida species, and occasionally, some species of molds.
Onychomycosis often starts as a yellow or white area on the tip of the toenail or fingernail. Initially, a
toenail fungal infection may not bother the patient much but as the infection progresses, the infected
toenails become chipped and easily break, creating small cuts and breaks on the skin underneath. These
cuts and breaks cause pain and may give off a foul odor if left untreated and the toenails may "die" and
fall off.
Like all infections caused by fungus, toenail fungal
infections can be recurrent and become chronic.
Antimycotic (antifungal) topical ointments or creams
are commonly used to treat them, but since these
commercial antifungal treatments can cost a lot, many
toenail fungal infection sufferers resort to more
affordable natural remedies.
Also, it is important to consider all the side effects
many people have reported when using prescription
drugs to treat their toenail fungus. For many of them,
possible damage to the liver was their most important concern.
Going back to the issue of high costs, many insurances do not cover 100% of the bill of most medical
treatments, and some of them can be very expensive (a laser treatment, for example). So considering
how expensive they can be then it makes sense to look for a natural treatment that can get rid of toenail
fungus, effectively and with no side effects.
Before we present the most common natural treatments, please note that there is one
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Here are some popular natural treatments for toenail fungal infections:
1. Vinegar soak. Fill a basin (or bucket) with equal amount of water and apple cider vinegar. Submerge
your feet in the basin for 15 to 30 minutes and dry your toenails after. Repeat this about 2 to 3 times a
day. If the smell of vinegar doesn't appeal to you, you can also use 3% hydrogen peroxide instead. Of
note, some prefer using concentrated vinegar (not mixed with water), applying the vinegar on the
toenail, and under the toenail (if the nail can be lifter a bit) using a dropper as many times a day as
possible.
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2. Use essential oils. Tea tree oil is popular for its antifungal properties. Use this alone or combined
with an equal amount of lavender oil. Soak a cotton ball in the oil and rub this on the toenail about twice
a day- after showering in the morning and before bedtime. You can also use a combination of olive oil
and oregano oil and use it in the same manner.
3. Turmeric. Mix some water with turmeric powder to make a paste and apply this on the toenails.
Allow the paste to dry, rinse off and properly dry your feet.
4. Lime juice. Soak the toes in concentrated lime juice or soak a cotton ball and rub it on the toes at
least thrice a day.
5. Garlic is one of the best known natural antifungals. Crush raw garlic gloves and apply it on the
toenails. You can also dust your feet, toenails, or shoes and socks with garlic powder.
There are many other home remedies for toenail fungal infections, with some "not so natural" ones like
Listerine Mouthwash soaks and Vicks Vapor Rub application.
You can use one or a combination of these treatments or use one of these alongside the treatments
prescribed by your doctor. These natural home remedies may work for one and not for another.
Treating fungi is difficult as fungus is very stubborn. Areas that are constantly moist are prone to fungal
infections, so keeping the feet and toenails clean and dry helps protect you from these.
Eating a well-balanced diet plus taking probiotic supplements like acidophilus, maintaining good
hygiene, and drinking lots of water can help you avoid fungal infection in general.
Again, if you don’t want to go through the hassle of soaking your feet every day for 1 hour, then visit our
website at http://www.CureFungusToenail.org to read about the #1 rated natural treatment we
recommend. This is the same treatment we personally use and recommend.
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