Herbal Remedies for Athlete’s Foot

herbs The definition of athlete’s foot is a fungal infection of the foot. It is a ringworm-like infection that spreads inbetween the toes of one’s feet and causes them to burn, crack, itch, and peel. It is extremely discomforting and if irritated can be extremely painful.

There are many medicinal herbs that can be very useful in treating athlete’s foot. Herbal remedies for athlete’s foot have been in circulation long enough for there to be supported studies and a lot of scientific research has been done and still is on those herbs. Those herbal remedies are favored by many due to the power and potency they have in fighting and relieving the painful symptoms associated with athlete's foot.

Herbal Remedy for Athlete’s Foot

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Natural Herbs for Athlete’s Foot

Garlic (Allium sativum)
Well known for being one of, if not the most effective herbal remedy in curing fungal infections, garlic will most likely be number one in any form of research you may do to aid in your battle with this type of infection. Garlic has been scientifically proven as one of the top choice herbs for athlete’s foot. It does an excellent job in the immediate relief of symptoms caused by athlete’s foot. Simply take a small tub, large enough to soak the feet completely, add a fairly decent amount of crushed garlic cloves and add in a touch of rubbing alcohol. While the aroma may not be ideal for hosting company, it will work wonders to ease the itching and burning.

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
25 fungicidal compounds making it a powerful natural herb for athlete’s foot. It can be used to prepare a strong beverage using five to seven teaspoons of the dried herb added to one cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow to sit for 20 minutes. When it is cool plainly apply it to the affected areas with cotton balls or a clean cloth.

Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
Herbal remedies for athlete’s foot have long included tea tree oil. Studies have shown it to be effective for reducing symptoms and bringing relief while studies have just begun which show that actively using tea tree oil for 4 days should begin to bring upon the healing, while after 10 or so days the athlete’s foot infection should have a quite notable, almost healed condition.

Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon ciatrus)
Lemon grass is a powerful herbal remedy for athlete’s foot due to its anti-fungal agents which help prevent infections. The oil from lemon grass can provide healing in two forms. It can be taken internally as a tea, followed by using the teabags as a compress to be directly applied to the area of the foot that is infected.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
There are several known herbs that provide antifungal compounds. In a list of over twenty, ginger ranks among the top five to almost all herbal specialists. The most powerful method to use ginger to bring relief to those suffering from athlete’s foot is by taking one ounce of chopped ginger root and adding it to one cup of boiling water. Use a clean cloth to absorb the concoction and apply to the foot. The warmth will provide soothing to the foot whilst being absorbed by the infected area.

Some other natural herbs that have been used for athlete’s foot treatment.

Athlete's Foot Treatment

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What to Keep in Mind When Using Herbal Remedies for Athlete's Foot

It is very important to note that athlete’s foot is very contagious and once diagnosed should be treated immediately, either by antibiotics or by well established herbs for athlete’s foot. Severe cases can spread into the toenails and cause the infected skin to begin oozing from blisters. It is also very possible for athlete’s foot infections to easily spread to the groin of both men and women causing what is commonly known as jock itch. This is not a condition you will want to let linger for even one extra day without treatment due to the severity of the possible consequences.

Always consult your physician, herbalist, naturopathic physician, or other health care practitioner before start using herbal remedies for athlete’s foot. It is advisable to discuss any and all herbs, vitamins, or other medications that one is taking or considering taking with their health care practitioner. It is not advisable to continue taking herbs for athlete’s foots if the symptoms do not begin to show improvement.

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