How to Remove Nail Fungus from Toenails Naturally
Although fungi infections can appear anywhere on the body, toenails are especially prone to fungus.
The three stages of nail fungus
- The nail plate is still shiny and transparent but yellow and white spots have started to appear.
- The nail plate loses its transparency and gloss while yellowish spots occupy the entire surface, beginning a partial destruction of the nail.
- The nail plate thickens while the nail itself starts to retreat behind the nail bed and crumbles.
Tips for preventing nail fungus
- Always dry feet and hands after washing, bathing or exercise.
- Be aware of the type of footwear you select. Shoes that cannot breathe and are damp or wet will encourage fungus to start or spread.
- Be careful of damp areas such as public gyms, shower stalls or swimming pools as toenail fungus can be spread easily.
- Diet plays an important role in eliminating fungal conditions. Include more probiotics in the diet while reducing or eliminating sugar, dairy products and vinegar.
How can you remove nail fungus safely?
Baking soda can act as a repellent or blocker for future fungi or fungi growth.
Vinegar is acidic and can help to disrupt any fungi survival rate so while it is not recommended to be included in your diet, vinegar can be used for this foot bath treatment.
Foot bath treatment for nail fungus:
- 4 to 5 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- Water
- Towels