Fungal infections of the nails and toenails are known in the medical world as onychomycosis, and can cause discoloration, frailty and weakness in the nail. In today’s post talk a bit about 7 homemade remedies against nail fungus.

Thanks to the mild ease with which they develop,  fungal infections of the nails are widespread throughout the world, affecting between three and four percent of the population, mostly men.

You are more likely to develop a fungal infection in your toenails rather than your fingernails, thanks to shoes and socks, or a hot and humid home that promotes fungal growth.

But whether it is your fingernails or toenails,  it is an annoying and unpleasant problem that weakens the entire nail.

Treatments for nail fungus are tiring and require a lot of time to work. Do you suffer from a fungal infection today? Let’s consider some of the following homemade remedies against nail fungus.

List of homemade remedies against nail fungus

1. Apple cider vinegar

The acid in apple cider vinegar is an active substance that helps  eliminate nail fungus on your fingers or toes. 

It helps regulate the pH of the skin, and changes the conditions for the fungus to multiply.

How should you use it?

• Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar with water, and bathe your fingers or toes in it for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Afterwards, make sure to dry the area well and apply your regular moisturizer.

2. Garlic

This is a popular ingredient in many treatments as well as homemade remedies against nail fungus because it has powerful antibiotic and antimicrobial properties  that help remove bacteria and fungus that cause infection.

How should you use it?

• Crush 10 cloves of garlic into a paste, put it in a bowl of warm water and let it stand for a few minutes before soaking the affected area for 15 minutes.
• Another good option is to mix garlic paste with olive oil and apply it to the nails, let it sit for 30 minutes.

3. Natural yogurt

The active bacterial cultures that live in yogurt, known as probiotics, help treat fungal infections.

How should you use it?

• Apply a little plain yogurt on the affected nails and let it dry before removing it with warm water.
• In addition to this, you can add some yogurt to your diet both morning and evening.

4. Tea tree oil

Thanks to its antiseptic properties,  tea tree oil can naturally improve the health of your hands and feet, and remove all kinds of microorganisms.

The use of 10% tea tree oil in a local area is one of the homemade fungicides that can be just as effective as any foot fungus cream.

Concentrations up to 25% and 50% can also help cure infections.

Applying pure tea tree oil (100%) twice a day to nail fungus can improve its appearance by 56% after three months of regular use, and up to 60% by the end of six months.

How should you use it?

• Apply a small drop of tea tree oil on each nail, which is affected by fungus, no more than two to three times a day.
• This should never be taken by mouth because it can cause side effects like confusion, rash, difficulty walking and even coma.

5. Vicks vaporub

This popular ointment to reduce the symptoms of colds and flu can also be used to treat nail fungus.

How should you use it?

• Wash and dry the area and use a small amount of Vicks vaporub to ensure that it penetrates completely.
• Repeat the treatment twice a day, preferably before bedtime.

6. Natron

Baking soda is acidic and helps fight fungus and other microorganisms that affect the health of your nails.

How should you use it?

• Make a paste using baking soda and a little lemon juice, and apply it directly on the affected areas.
• You can also sprinkle a little of this white powder into your shoes to fight any bacterium that lives there.

7. Lemon juice

The  antibiotic and antifungal properties of lemons make it a great way to eliminate this problem once and for all.

How should you use it?

• Squeeze the juice from a few lemons and apply the liquid on the affected areas.
• You can also just rub a slice of lemon directly on your nails.