Nail Fungus Alternative Treatment

Do you have some problems with nail fungus? If you have nail fungus problems and you are still not sure how to solve your problem, then this article will be useful for you. If you have tried all of the medications in the book, but you still do not get a good result, then continue reading. Trying a home remedy for nail fungus might be the best option for you. Many individuals try a home remedy for nail fungus and they find that it works better than the actual medication for it.

Nail fungus could be such conditions like jock itch and athlete's foot. No, toe nail fungus is not the same as athlete's foot as this is a problem with the skin on the feet. However, it is known for being caused by the same type of fungus.

Toenails are more likely to become affected than those finger nails are, simply because the toes are always moist and warm as they are inside your shoes. The fungi is known for thriving in those warm and moist areas. You can also pick it up at public places including a public toilet, shower room or swimming pool.

Tee tree oil is a natural antiseptic that will help to fight that infection. Take some tee tree oil, put it on a cotton ball and dab it on the toenails that are affected. You will need to do this about three times each day. You could also mix the tea tree oil with some lavender oil and dab it on the infected nails with the cotton balls three times a day.

Believe it or not, you can put Listerine mouthwash on your healthy toe nails in order to prevent nail fungus. We recommend you soaking your toe nails in some mouthwash. Apple cider vinegar and warm water is great to soak your toes in for fifteen minutes each day. As you see, this is a great home remedy for nail fungus and there are many more home remedies. You also have garlic, which is perfect for toenail fungus.