The appearance of fungus on toenails is a fairly common phenomenon. Infection is possible in public places with high humidity - swimming pools, saunas, on the beach, especially if you do not comply with hygiene rules. Fungus can also occur when wearing the same pair of shoes for a long time, which is not dry, with increased foot sweat, decreased immunity also plays a role.
The treatment of nail fungus on the feet includes a set of measures that include both local application of various means-ointments, lotions, baths, and taking medications inside, as well as strengthening the immune system. Often, folk methods, including apple cider vinegar, are used to get rid of nail fungus on the bottom of the feet.
Brief description and properties of apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a natural product, the raw material for its production is apples. It is obtained as a result of fermentation of apple juice under the influence of acetic acid and oxygen bacteria. Vinegar can be purchased in a distribution network or provided independently.
Apple cider vinegar has the following health benefits:
- remove toxins and toxins from the body;
- normalize the acid-base ratio of the body;
- promote weight loss;
- anesthetic and has anti-inflammatory effects.
Vinegar made from apples is considered a natural antibiotic, so it is widely used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent. This property allows you to use apple cider vinegar when getting rid of nail fungus on your feet.
Use apple cider vinegar for toenail fungus
The success of the treatment of the disease depends on the quality of apple cider vinegar, it must be a completely natural product. The therapeutic effect is based on its action to destroy harmful substances and prevent infection in nearby tissues. In fungal habitats with the help of apple cider vinegar, an acidic environment is created where the infection dies.
Already after the first session, the patient experienced an improvement in the form of cessation of itching, and with regular use of apple cider vinegar, the condition of the nail plates on the feet improved.
How to use apple cider vinegar for toenail fungus
There are several options for using apple cider vinegar to get rid of toenail fungus. Such methods are considered the most common.
- The easiest way to apply is to wipe the surface of the affected nail with natural apple cider vinegar.
- Apply a compress of a cloth dampened with vinegar at the rate of 1 serving of water 2 servings of vinegar.
- Mix 1 part iodine with 1 part apple cider vinegar. Apply to lubricate toenails affected by fungus twice a day. Long -term treatment - up to 6 months.
- The solution for foot baths. In one liter of warm water, dilute 100 g of salt and 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar. Use for daily baths lasting from 5 to 10 minutes.
Quite effective is a self -prepared ointment from crushed garlic, tea tree oil and apple cider vinegar. Use as a compress on the affected toenails several times a day. You can also prepare a mixture of apple cider vinegar with vegetable oil, in equal proportions. Wet a cotton pad with this composition and apply on sore nails for 4 hours.
For daily use against nail fungus, it is recommended to use a composition based on 1 tbsp. l. apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp. l. borax and 1 tbsp. l. hydrogen peroxide. First, pour the borax powder with a little hot water, after dissolving, add hydrogen peroxide and apple cider vinegar. Make a compress for 45-60 minutes.