The appearance of fungus on toenails is quite common. Infection is possible in public places with high humidity - swimming pool, sauna, beach, especially if the rules of hygiene are not followed. The fungus can also occur when wearing the same pair of shoes for a long time, which do not dry out, with increased sweating of the feet, a role is played by a decrease in immunity.
Treatment of toenail fungus includes a number of measures that include the local application of various means - ointments, lotions, baths, and taking medication inside, as well as strengthening the immune system. Folk methods, including apple cider vinegar, are often used to remove nail fungus on the lower extremities.
Brief description and properties of apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a natural product whose raw material is for apple production. It is obtained as a result of fermentation of apple juice under the influence of acetic acid and oxygen bacteria. Vinegar can be bought in the distribution network or prepared independently.
Apple cider vinegar has the following health benefits:
- removes toxins and toxins from the body;
- normalizes the acid-base relationship in the body;
- promotes weight loss;
- anesthetizes and has anti-inflammatory effects.
Vinegar made from apples is considered a natural antibiotic, so it is widely used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent. This property allows you to use apple cider vinegar when you get rid of toenail fungus.
Use of apple cider vinegar for toenail fungus
The success of the treatment of the disease depends on the quality of apple cider vinegar, it must be a completely natural product. The therapeutic effect is based on its action on the destruction of harmful substances and prevention of infection in nearby tissues. In the habitat of the fungus, with the help of apple cider vinegar, an acidic environment is created in which the infection dies.
Already after the first session, the patient experiences an improvement in the form of cessation of itching, and with regular use of apple cider vinegar, the condition of the nail plate on the foot significantly improves.
How to use apple cider vinegar for toenail fungus
There are several options for using apple cider vinegar to get rid of toenail fungus. Such methods are considered the most common.
- The easiest way to apply it is to wipe the affected nail surface with natural apple cider vinegar.
- Apply vinegar-moistened cloths in the amount of 1 serving of water to 2 servings of vinegar.
- Mix 1 part iodine with 1 part apple cider vinegar. Apply to lubricate the nails on the feet affected by the fungus twice a day. Long-term treatment - up to 6 months.
- Foot bath solution. Dilute 100 g of salt and 1 teaspoon in a liter of warm water. Vinegar. Use for daily baths lasting 5 to 10 minutes.
Self-prepared ointment made from crushed garlic, tea tree oil and apple cider vinegar is quite effective. Use as a compress on the affected nails several times a day. You can also prepare a mixture of apple cider vinegar with vegetable oil, in equal proportions. Moisten a cotton pad with this composition and apply on the inflamed nail for 4 hours.
For daily use against nail fungus, it is recommended to use a composition based on 1 tablespoon. l. apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp. l. borax and 1 tbsp. l. hydrogen peroxide. First pour a little hot water over the borax powder, after it dissolves add hydrogen peroxide and apple cider vinegar. Make compresses for 45-60 minutes.