There are many solutions available for patients suffering from toenail fungus. From medicinal treatments that are prescribed by doctors to over the counter anti-fungal treatments that contain harsh ingredients. In addition to the conventional treatments, holistic treatments can be an effective way to treat toenail fungus.
Vicks Vapor Rub
Using the popular vapor treatment is simple. It should be used at the first sign of a fungal infection and applied to the toenail where the signs of the infection are noticed. There are two options available — you can cover the infected nail with a Band-Aid or leave the nail to air dry. Apply the Vapor rub to affected nail twice daily, in the morning and the evening and after several weeks the infection should begin to clear.
Vinegar
Create a mixture of vinegar and water. Using warm to hot water is an effective way to help to reduce the signs of infection in the nail. Soak the nails for fifteen to thirty minutes, twice daily until the warm-hot water begins to cool. Using vitamin E after the vinegar and water solution can help to soothe the nail and ease the infection.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
For an easy to apply paste that can help to reduce the pain, discomfort and appearance of the fungal infection you can combine apple cider vinegar and baking soda.
The two-part method to reduce the signs of fungal infection includes soaking the nail in apple cider vinegar and then creating a paste of half apple cider vinegar and half baking soda, and applying the paste to the nails.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil is an effective way to get healthy toenails and reduce the signs of infection on the toenails. Combined with an anti-fungal treatment to reduce the initial infection causing the fungus, the tea tree oil can be applied to the nails that are affected.
Tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial remedy and an effective way to heal the nails affected by fungal infections. Combined with vitamin E oil, it’s an effective way to help fight the signs of infection and soothe the discomfort of suffering from a fungal infection.
Apply the tea tree oil to the nails that are affected after they’ve been clean and dried. Leave the nails to air dry for the best results and avoid wearing socks, shoes or other footwear that can reduce the air flow around the feet. Herbal remedies might fail to cure the problem, if that happens to you, consider laser treatment for toenail fungus.
