Herbal and Home Remedies for Nail Fungus

There are several herbal and home remedies available for treating nail fungus, but there are a few steps that need to be taken first, to ensure the effectiveness of these remedies.

You should always start by cleaning and grooming your nails, so they will repond better to the chosen treatment. Clean out the debris around and under the nails as thoroughly as possible, to allow the treatment you have chosen to penetrate below the nail, where the fungus lives. Remove any dead skin around the nail and try scratching the nail with a file.

These steps should be done on a daily basis, before applying any herbal or home remedies. Now we can take a look at some of the nail fungus remedies that are available:

Lemon juice or lemongrass is a natural antiseptic that works almost instantly to start killing the nail fungus bacteria. Applying lemongrass oil will usually make the nail area turn black within minutes, indicating that the fungus is dying.

Tea Tree Oil is another natural antiseptic that has been reported to be very effective for eliminating nail fungus as well.

Garlic is a natural antibiotic that is effective for a variety of uses, including the treatment of nail fungus. It can be applied in oil form directly to the infected nail, or you may choose to rub raw garlic around and on the nail. You can fight the infection both externally and internally by eating garlic at the same time.

Apple Cider Vinegar may be oldest known treatment for nail fungus, in fact, several people swear by this method. Vinegar is also considered a natural antiseptic, and apple cider vinegar is also known for its exfoliating properties. It can help to soften your skin and remove dead skin cells, allowing easier access to the fungus under the nail.

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