How to beat foot fungus: 11 simple and really effective ways

Nail fungus causes a lot of inconvenience, and the fight against it is a long and usually difficult path. We are always looking for medical treatment from a specialist, but these safe and proven folk remedies that will enhance the effect of antifungal drugs can also harmoniously complement it.

Tea tree oil is known for its beneficial properties: antifungal, antiseptic, antibacterial and antioxidant. Studies have shown that melaleuca oil (the scientific name for tea tree oil) fights disc discoloration, prevents the spread, and reduces the risk of fungal infections returning. Apply it on your nails 2 times a day for maximum effect.

Oregano oil inhibits the growth of fungi. Studies have shown that the remedy reduces infection symptoms by 50% within weeks.

Garlic has excellent antioxidant and antifungal properties. Use it like this: wrap a very thin, transparent cloth, like gauze, around your toe, sprinkle it with minced garlic, and then cover it with another piece of cloth. Leave the compress for 20 to 30 minutes then rinse.

Apple cider vinegar is rich in amino acids, vitamins and minerals which are good for strengthening nails. We recommend that you take special foot baths a few times a week. By the way, they work very well and like a peeling!

It is believed that regular black tea can also be used to treat nail fungus because it contains tannic acid, which has a drying effect.

Just pour it into your shoes at night and it will kill the fungus and absorb the excess moisture that contributes to disease. Yes, it’s as simple as that!

Epsom salt (magnesium) helps to deeply cleanse the skin of the feet and remove dead skin and inhibit the growth of bacteria. In addition, baths with such salt are also very pleasant!

Just one glass of this drink a day will increase iron levels 2 times faster than tablets

A whole warehouse of natural antiseptics! Mix them with apricot or almond oil and use them instead of your foot cream.

The best oils to fight fungus:

Ozonated oils are able to effectively destroy bacteria and fungi. Important: you should only apply them on clean, dry skin!

Hydrogen peroxide is good for cleaning nails and feet from fungus! Its use is simple: dip a cotton swab in peroxide and carefully wipe your nails with it.

Oleuropein, the active ingredient in olive leaf extract, is known for its antifungal properties. Apply the olive leaf extract ointment directly to your nails to prevent the infection from spreading.