Toenail fungal infection is a very common fungal infection of the toenail. The symptoms include discoloration of the toenails into yellow, white or brown. The infection can spread and can thicken or crack the nails. Here are some home remedies to treat toenail fungal infection.
Remember to consult your doctor first before trying these remedies.
Home remedies for treating toenail fungus
- Tea tree oil: Tea tree oil has antifungal and antiseptic properties and is a very useful essential oil. It is proven to be very effective in treating toenail fungus. Apply tea tree oil directly to the affected nail with a cotton swab.
- Oregano oil: Oregano oil has thymol which is known to have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Oregano oil can be applied directly to the affected nail with the help of a cotton swab. You can also use both tea tree and oregano oil together on the affected toenail.
- Ozonized oil: Ozonized oils include sunflower oil and olive oil. These can inactivate bacteria, fungus, and yeast. Ozonized sunflower oil is very effective in treating toenail fungus. Apply the ozonized oil directly on the affected nail two times a day.
- Vinegar: Vinegar can be used to treat toenail fungus. For this, mix one part of vinegar in two parts of warm water and soak the infected foot for 20 minutes.
- Garlic: Garlic contains anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties. Place crushed or chopped garlic cloves on the infected toenail for half an hour.
- Listerine: Listerine contains thymol, menthol, and eucalyptus. Soak the affected foot in amber colored Listerine for half an hour.
- Include probiotics in your diet such as yogurt. Consume enough protein. Take a diet that is rich in essential fatty acids.
- Consume foods that are rich in vitamin D, calcium, and iron. Iron helps to protect against brittle nails.
