Nail Fungus

Smelly-feet is a common symptom of poor hygiene. It’s good enough that only some commonsense could stop it – washing your feet before bedtime, keeping your feet dry, or changing your socks often. Too bad these easy methods are often overlooked leading to a more serious feet condition as Onchomycosis.

Onchomycosis is the disease of the feet primarily caused by the presence of fungus (dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds, and yeast). The sign that could best describe it is having toenail (yellowish and/or brownish) discoloration. Due to the fungal infection, the nail plate becomes weakened, disfigured, thickened, and at severe cases – split.

Onchomycosis is more common in adults, especially to those who have chronic diseases like diabetes and circulatory problems. Another side to Onchomycosis though is that it could be caused by damp-hot climate and use of un-fitly tight footwear, you can even contract it by just swimming in a resort – signs that nail fungus could be widespread to more people than thought off, and the reason why more cures should be made easily available. What better than not is to turn to home remedies for nail fungus?

Some people use a combination of Vick’s VapoRub and hydrogen peroxide. Some use natural moisturizers and oils such as tea tree, oregano, and olive oil. Yet the most common alternative method is applying Listerine on nail fungus. The best home cure, more specifically, is the combination of vinegar and Listerine on nail fungus. But first, let’s try the treatments vinegar and Listerine on nail fungus separately.

To use Listerine on nail fungus, you must soak your feet on the mouthwash for at least 15-minute or so. Same thing goes for using vinegar. Therapists claim that it is the antiseptic power of Listerine that leaves the feet healthier. Vinegar also has the same antiseptic property, which may be the reason why both methods could be equally effective. Another explanation is that Listerine has herbal ingredients that act as anti-fungal. Vinegar’s acids likewise prevent the spread of fungus.

From these, we could assume that using the combination of vinegar and Listerine on nail fungus could indeed be a safe and more effectual strategy as some podiatrists suggest. To do this, create a solution made up of 50% vinegar and 50% Listerine. Apply the solution at least once daily (for one month) using cotton balls or clear brush. For a more dramatic result, try drying the area with warm hair blower so that the nails will absorb the vinegar and Listerine more. You can also wrap up your feet with warm towels or socks for a lasting effect.

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