Nail fungus-A question that can surpass everyone. Of course, people who follow all hygiene rules will be more protected. But sometimes even they have to look for folk remedies that have been proven to treat toenail fungus over the years. By the way, there are many of the latter. In addition, most formulations work faster, softer and less harmful than expensive medicines.
How to understand what folk remedies for toenail fungus require?
With all the wishes, it is impossible not to notice the appearance of fungus on the nails. This problem is accompanied by very unpleasant symptoms:
- Severe itching;
- Unpleasant foot odor;
- Sore nail plate;
- Delamination of nails;
- Discoloration of nails.
If you don't start fighting the disease in time, the nail plate will become too hard, so it will chip, peel, and break later.
Iodine is a famous folk remedy for toenail fungus
This method of fighting harmful microorganisms is considered to be the most affordable and effective method. An alcohol solution of iodine is a very strong preservative. Its bactericidal properties have been proven many times. The remedy is simple-it folds the proteins, so they are destroyed. As you know, fungi have a protein structure.
There are many options for using this folk remedy to treat toenail fungus:
- The 5% solution can be applied directly to the affected nail plate. Two drops a day is enough. Healthy nails also need processing. But this shouldn't be done often-once every two days, little by little.
- The more difficult treatment lasted six weeks. The first two nails were treated with Castellani liquid, the next two-with iodine solution, and then with 9% vinegar to complete the treatment.
- Throughout the month, every night, the bathroom is made of salt and soda water. After half an hour, when steaming the legs, if possible, use a file to polish or cut off the infected part of the nail. Wash your feet gently with soap and thoroughly treat them with iodine.
Folk remedies for preventing and curing toenail fungus with potassium permanganate and garlic
First, you need to steam your feet in a warm water bath with potassium permanganate. Twenty minutes or half an hour is enough for the operation. Then rub the garlic juice onto the affected nail. If necessary, onions or peppers can be used instead. Despite this, garlic is still considered the most effective way to fight fungi.
Other methods
Here are some more effective recipes:
- After the softening bath, sprinkle boric acid powder on the nail plate and feet. Put on your socks and go to bed-this procedure is best done at night. At least do a dozen such compressions.
- Henna is an excellent folk remedy for toenail fungus. This substance is a dye, so it is best to use colorless powder to process the nail plate. Mix 9% vinegar and henna in equal proportions. You should get a medium-density quality. Apply to sore nails before going to bed and wash off with soap in the morning.
- Celandine has proved itself well. The juice is extracted from fresh plants, mixed with alcohol and infused. It is necessary to use such a tool to lubricate the affected nail plate. Treatment should be carried out three to four times a day.
- Salt is a folk remedy that can be used to treat and prevent toenail fungus. One pleasant and useful medicine is peppermint salt. The plants must first be crushed, and a concentrated solution must be prepared from the salt. Mix the ingredients, dip a cotton swab in the liquid and apply it to your nails for a few minutes.
