If you have white patches between your toes, itchy feet, and smelly feet, you probably have it Athlete’s foot is a common skin infection caused by a fungus. It can also cause sores, fluid-filled blisters, and peeling of the feet, but rarely has more serious consequences.

athlete’s foot too This can affect the soles of the feet or the lateral parts of the feet.

If left untreated, the infection can spread to the toenails, causing a fungal infection there.

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The term ‘athlete’s foot’ was coined due to the characteristics of the environments where the fungus thrives, such as the locker rooms of sports teams, where there is heat and humidity. Therefore, infection is more common in people who use public bathrooms and changing rooms, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

In addition, the risk increases if:

– Wear closed shoes and do not ventilate.

– Have lesions on the skin or nails.

– His feet were wet for a long time

– sweat a lot

Usually, Over-the-counter and prescription antifungal creams, ointments, gels, sprays, or powders effectively treat athlete’s foot, says Britain’s National Institutes of Health.

These products contain Clotrimazole, miconazole, tolnaftate, or terbinafine. It is important to complete all treatments, because if you stop too soon, athlete’s foot can come back and be more difficult to treat.

If you prefer home treatment, we will tell you which elements you should use to cure this ailment.

Garlic

Garlic has a long history of medicinal use, and several studies have found it to be effective against some fungi and bacteria, says the specialized portal ‘Medical News Today’.

In their scientific review, they point to a deep analysis Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine claim that Garlic can kill various kinds of germs including Candida.

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A study in Mycosis tested a compound found in garlic known as ajoene and it cured athlete’s foot in everyone who used it.

At home, you can take a foot bath with three to four crushed garlic cloves and mix it in a bowl of warm water. Soak your feet for 30 minutes, twice a day for one week.

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Keep in mind that garlic has a strong odor and can stain.

tea tree oil

Tea tree oil originates from Australia It has antibacterial and antifungal properties.

One study cited by ‘Healthline’ showed that solutions containing 25 and 50 percent tea tree oil worked significantly better than a placebo in relieving athlete’s foot between the toes.

You should dilute a few drops of any oil that contains it, such as coconut or olive oil, and apply it to your feet. Do not use undiluted.

But people they should be careful when using it as it can irritate the skin. If rash or irritation develops, discontinue use.

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Rosemary

Rosemary is used in various treatments for fungal-related skin problems. This happened because Aromatic plants have essential oils that are rich in thymol, a component with a strong antiseptic action.

According to the health portal ‘Tua Saúde’, you can use it to treat athlete’s foot like this:

– Rosemary essential oil: Mix five to 10 drops in a teaspoon of another vegetable oil, such as olive, coconut, avocado, or almond. Then, put some of the mixture on a cotton ball and apply it to the affected area. Repeat two to three times a day.

– Rosemary tincture: with 10 g of dry leaves or 20 g of fresh rosemary leaves in a bottle with 30 ml of grain alcohol and 70 ml of water. Cover the jar well and place it in a dark, dry place for 8 to 15 days, moving it daily. After that, apply two or three drops to the affected area.

– Concentrated rosemary infusion: Place two or three tablespoons of rosemary leaves in half a cup of boiling water and let it steep for five to ten minutes. Then, strain, let it warm and use the mixture to wash the affected area.

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Sodium bicarbonate

Baking soda is a product that most people have in their homes and is used for almost everything, incl foot fungus.

To soak your feet, you’ll need to mix about half a cup of baking soda in a bucket or large bowl filled with warm water.

Leave your feet on for 15 to 20 minutes, twice a day. When finished, dry your feet well, but don’t rinse them.

Vinegar

Like the previous product, Vinegar It’s also a must for everything from cleaning the house to health.

An article from the ‘BBC’ shows just that This product has outstanding antimicrobial properties, because due to its acidity, microorganisms cannot survive or replicate under these conditions.

For athlete’s foot, you should dilute a cup of white vinegar in a quart of warm water, stir well and soak your feet for at least 20 minutes, at least thrice a week.

Remember that you should always dry your feet well after soaking them.

Every day, try to keep your feet clean and dry, especially between the toes. Be gentle and take your time.

Another general tip is use a different foot towel and wash with it regularity. Wear clean socks and preferably cotton.

LAURA ALEJANDRA ALBARRACÍN RESTREPO

DIGITAL SCOPE WRITING

TIME

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