How to Cure Toenail Fungus with Vinegar
Toenail fungus also known as Onychomycosis is a fungus that infects the toenails causing painful and unsightly toenails that are discolored to yellow, brown, or black in color. The toenails thicken and become hard to clip or cut. The toenails become damaged by the fungus that is easily spread to other areas of the body if left untreated. The good news is it is an easily treated condition. One of the household items will help clear up the fungus.
Vinegar is a natural remedy that wipes out toenail fungus. It has been used throughout time by the Chinese to treat and prevent viral infections. In Greek history, it is documented they used vinegar for medical purposes. Others using vinegar include Hippocrates with honey to make soothing cough drops and a cure for the common cold. During the American Civil War, Apple Cider Vinegar was the commonly used antiseptic for healing purposes.
Toenail fungus thrives is wet moist environments. Public showers at fitness gyms or health centers used to be a major location for the fungus yet over the years, health standards have improved the conditions, yet it is still recommended to always wear protective footwear when using any public shower. The fungus is easily transmitted from one person to another.
Using vinegar to cure toenail fungus is a simple process. The variety of vinegar can be Apple Cider, White, Balsamic, or Rice since they all have the same properties to clear up the fungus. It is the acid contained in the vinegar that wipes out the fungus and relieves the itching and painful fungus.
To prepare the toenails for treatment, clip the nails or file them to help remove the areas where moisture will accumulate. Wash the feet in warm water with equal amounts of vinegar. Soak the feet until the cuticles are soft and the feet appear slightly wrinkled for about 30 minutes. This will allow the vinegar to absorb into the infected areas of the skin. Pat dry the feet.
Apply two drops of full strength vinegar to the infected toenails and areas. Allow this to dry completely. Put on a white cotton sock or stocking. Repeat this treatment for several weeks or until the toenails begin to respond to the treatment.