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Modern antifungal creams and gels can be useful, but it often turns out that the best results come from the tried-and-true methods of our ancestors. One of these simple recipes was recommended to me by my grandmother, and it really worked.
Natural ingredients you have at home
The basis of this method is two common items found in every household – apple cider vinegar and baking soda. These natural ingredients effectively fight fungi and prevent their spread:
- Apple cider vinegar disrupts the life cycle of fungi and prevents their further development. Dermatologists often recommend vinegar soaks as a supportive treatment for fungal conditions.
- Baking soda neutralizes acids and restores the natural chemical environment on the skin, complementing the effect of the vinegar.
Recipe for an antifungal foot bath
What you will need:
- 1 glass of apple cider vinegar
- 5 tablespoons of baking soda
- 3 liters of warm water
Procedure:
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Prepare the bath:
Pour hot water into a basin (the temperature should be around 50–60 °C). Add the apple cider vinegar and wait until the water cools to a comfortable 40–45 °C. -
Foot bath:
Soak your feet in the vinegar water for 15–20 minutes. -
Rinsing:
After the bath, rinse your feet with clean water and dry them thoroughly. -
Second phase with baking soda:
After an hour, repeat the procedure, but also add baking soda to the water. This combination will kill the fungus in the acidic environment and at the same time prevent its further spread.
How often to repeat the procedure?
If the fungus is just beginning, this method may work after the first application. For more advanced problems, it is necessary to repeat the bath twice a day until the symptoms completely disappear.
Conclusion
This simple trick using apple cider vinegar and baking soda is a proven natural method to get rid of foot fungus. Additionally, it is cheap, readily available, and gentle on the skin. However, if problems persist, consultation with a doctor is recommended.
