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How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by SunsetJoy: 9:34am On Aug 12, 2016
Here are the top 10 ways to get rid of toenail fungus. If the condition is painful or spreading further then do consult your doctor.

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is mildly acidic and can help prevent toenail fungus from spreading. At the same time, it kills bacteria and fungi.

Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Soak your toenail in this solution for 30 minutes daily. When done, dry your toenail thoroughly. When used daily for a few weeks, you will notice improvement very quickly.
Another option is make an antifungal exfoliating scrub by some coarsely ground rice flour with a few spoons of apple cider vinegar. Apply this paste on and around the affected nail and gently scrub the area. Do this a few times a week. This remedy will also help get rid of dead skin cells and keep your skin soft.
2. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has antiseptic as well as antifungal properties that help a lot in the treatment of toenail fungus. This oil is also used to treat other kinds of skin infections.

Mix a few drops of tea tree oil in one teaspoon of olive oil or coconut oil.
Use a cotton ball to apply the mixture on the affected toenail.
Leave it on for 10 minutes, and then use a toothbrush to gently scrub the affected nail.
Do this two or three times daily until you are satisfied with the results.
3. Baking Soda

Baking soda is a readily available staple in most kitchens that can also be used to cure toenail fungus. It will also help neutralize foot odor.

Add one-half cup of baking soda, one-fourth cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide and one-half cup of Epsom salt to four cups of hot water. Mix the ingredients thoroughly, and then add one-fourth cup of white vinegar to it.
Soak the affected toenail in this solution for about 10 minutes.
Wash with clean water and dry your foot thoroughly.
Repeat the process twice daily for several weeks.
4. White Vinegar

White vinegar is one of the best ingredients for treating toenail fungus because it fights the infection and helps restore the skin’s pH.

Mix one part of white vinegar with two parts of warm water.
Soak the affected toenail in this solution for 10 to 15 minutes.
Rinse it off and dry the affected area thoroughly.
Repeat twice daily until the fungus is gone.
Note: If your skin becomes irritated, add more water to the solution and repeat the process every other day instead of daily.

5. Oil of Oregano

Oil of oregano has antiseptic, antibacterial, antiparasitic, antiviral, analgesic and antifungal properties. This makes oregano oil an effective treatment for toenail fungus.

Mix two drops of oil of oregano in one teaspoon of olive oil.
Apply this mixture on the affected.
Leave it on for at least 30 minutes.
Then, rinse it off and dry your toes thoroughly.
Repeat once or twice daily for three weeks to see positive results.
6. Listerine Mouthwash

Listerine mouthwash, which kills bacteria and germs in the mouth, can also be used to treat toenail fungus. The mouthwash has several compounds as well as alcohol that act as a strong antiseptic to keep away harmful bacteria and fungi.

Fill a small tub with Listerine mouthwash, or a combination of equal parts of Listerine and white vinegar.
Soak the affected foot in this solution for about 30 minutes, and then scrub the infected toenail gently.
Rinse it off and dry the affected area thoroughly.
Repeat this remedy once or twice daily until the infection clears.
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by GoMaxyWears: 9:58am On Aug 12, 2016
@OP
May God continue to bless you for this educative tips.
In addition to this, add ACM 1tablespoon to a glass of warm water, drink twice or three times daily will help to eradicate the bacteria internally.
Thanks
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by lorein0688: 1:01pm On Dec 01, 2016
Toenail fungus is a common problem that can be faced by one due to various unpleasant reasons. This is dangerous and needed to be treated as soon as possible after getting this if left untreated then this become worse. There are many prescription and over-the-counter treatment drugs to cure toenail fungus. But these processes are costly, toxic and also having side effects and might also become harder to treat. So, it is good to make use of natural and effective that will treat the nail fungus without any side effect. Follow the essential oils for treating toenail fungus that have anti-fungal properties and also prevent the infection from recurrence of toenail fungus.

1. Tea tree oil: This is highly effective natural oil which is derived from the leaves and twigs of the Australian tea tree. It is best to cure a various ills and is commonly touted as one of the best natural treatment for nail fungus and this is the reason this comes in the first place. To apply it:

• Clean the affected nails with soap and water or alcohol > dry them carefully > and apply drop of tea tree oil to the affected nail.
• Then allow the oil to soak into the nails for 10 minutes and scrub them with a soft toothbrush.

Repeat the treatment regularly till a new nail has replaces the infected one.

2. Thyme Oil: Thyme oil is proficient remedy for toenail fungus. This contains thymol that is having famous antiseptic found in medicinal chest rubs and is also noticeably useful oil treatment for nail fungus. This can reduce the growth of the nail fungus and also destroy candida the other common cause of toenail fungus.

There are many other essential oils that highly essential to treat the toenail fungus.
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by diego163: 6:45am On Mar 14, 2017
Olive Leaf Extract (OLE): It is an incredible option for curing toe nail fungus as its medicinal properties have been proven to be the best in eradicating fungal infections. It detoxifies the body thus cleansing the skin inside out, removing all the parasites that reside and accumulate.

Probiotics: These are also very efficient in curing toenail fungus. These inhibit the growth of fungus
which causes to slow down the bacteria thriving process thereby reducing bacterial and fungal growth.


Apple cider vinegar (ACV) and Epsom salt: This is also one of relevant and effective home remedy for curing toenail fungus. Take 1/3 cup of ACV and 2 cups of hot water and 1/3 cup of Epsom salt and soak your foot twice or thrice a day for 30 minutes.

There are other remedies a well and you can read more about how to cure toenail fungus here.
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by hotspec(m): 8:37am On Mar 14, 2017
The problem is how to get all these OIL. Do they sell at any supermarket? Kindly advise
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by alicejolly123: 7:48am On Jun 23, 2017
You can try some natural remedies to get rid of toenail fungus. You can try these below remedies to cure toenail fungus:

Vick vaporub can be used to treat toenail fungus. If the fungus infection is in early stage then it can cure you easily. If your nail just have started to turn yellow, curl, grow thicker then it’s better to apply this ointment to the affected toenail for 2-3 times a day.

Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide helps to make your teeth whiter and your toenails pinker. You can mix a small amount of baking soda of 1 tablespoon with 2 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide. This can be done to make a baste. After this, apply this mixture directly to the toenail fungus area with complete focus on the edges and the nail bed if exposed. When you apply this paste, you will see that the paste will start to bubble. This thing is quite normal when there are fungi and bacteria being killed by this application.

Apart from these, you can also try some other natural home remedies to treat toenail fungus at home.
Re: How To Get Rid Of Toenail Fungus by silvesta001: 7:53am On Jun 23, 2017
Treating toenail fungus is not a big issue if you have some effective natural remedies in your mind. Yes,, you can look for some home remedies that can help you treat toenail fungus with an ease. Try these ingredients to treat toenail fungus:
• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Tea Tree oil
• Vick Vaporub
• Aloe Vera gel
• Lemon
• Castor Oil
You can take some help from Home Remedies For Toenail Fungus. Here, you will some remedies for black toenail fungus but same remedies can be used for normal toenail fungus as well. Try these remedies and get rid of toenail fungus infection with an ease.

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