Finding A Natural Cure For Nail Fungus
January 26, 2010 by Tea Tree Oil Uses
Filed under Fungus
People nowadays are more aware about finding organic or natural products to use because many have begun to learn that there are unknown side effects caused by the synthetic chemicals in the drugs that often found in prescribed or over the counter (OTC) medication. Many people probably already forgot before the advancing of chemistry synthesis in 1900s, what did those people used to solve their medical problems. Of course, people before that time used natural products to treat their nail fungus problems, and definitely not synthetic chemicals. In addition, synthetic chemicals are cheap to produce, but because of pharmaceutics patent and big money spend on researches and development, the drugs have become increase unaffordable, and this drives people to seek alternative treatment.
The best natural method to cure for nail fungus is to keep the area clean as possible. Eliminate the chance for fungus growth by keeping the infected area cool and dry since fungus does not like oxygen at all. Anyone suffering from toenail fungus should consider wearing socks that made of cotton since this type of material is breathable and has the capacity to absorb sweat, and thus leave foot dryer. In addition, wearing too tight-fitting socks and shoes are also contributing the causes of fungus growth since it allows less air and so less oxygen and this will be ideal condition for fungus to thrive.
Finding a natural cure for nail fungus is a reality. Many natural oils contain substance inhibit the growth of fungus. For example, tea tree oil was used by the aboriginals of Australia to help promote healthy skin since it has terpenoids, a naturally-occurring organic chemical that helps to protect the keratins in the nail and thus promote healthy looking nails. In addition, since tree oil just like all other oils can penetrate little spaces in between the nail cuticles and small cracks which fungus hide. Therefore, it will kill fungus with its antifungal properties when making a physical contact with the fungus.
However, many people have complained the use of tree oil because it may cause skin irritation. The nail fungus treatment by Zeta Clear solution that I always recommended also contains tea tree oil as one of its ingredients, but it is diluted with carrier oils about just right to prevent skin rash or irritation, and potent enough to inhibit fungus. Beside tea tree oil, there are almond oil, jojoba oil, vitamin E oil, undecylenic acid, lemongrass oil, and clove oil. All are natural and work together to combat the stubborn nail fungus problem.
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I am an enthusiastic writer on various topics especially on the health area. I obtained a biochemistry degree from UCLA with emphasis in microbiology. I also had 2 years of education in acupuncture and oriental medicine. I had established protocols and obtained California laboratory certification for microbiological testing where I worked.
Originally posted 2009-12-17 06:49:25. Republished by Old Post Promoter
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