Home Remedies for Athletes Foot

Athlete's foot is a consequence of a fungal infection. This fungus is present in warm and moist conditions. The best place for these organisms is within your shoes that remains closed throughout the day. So, it is very essential to permit flow of air to your toes and feet. Clean your shoes well. Wash your feet and toe fingers every time you open your shoes as these are favorite breeding place for the fungus.

Here there are some more home remedies for Athlete Foot:

• Tea tree oil with its anti-fungal properties is the most powerful home remedy for Athletes Foot. Rub this oil between the toe fingers.
• Make a paste of baking soda or sprinkle the powder between your toe fingers. Leave the paste or sprinkled powder for about 15 minutes and then wash it.
• Try soaking your feet in Listerine or any other antiseptic mouthwash.
• You can also sprinkle cornstarch between your toe fingers for relieving pain.
• Keep your feet in soaked in saline water. This will create an unhealthy environment for fungus growth.
• Avoid wearing plastic shoes and footwear because plastic trap perspiration and create a warm and moist place for fungus to grow.
• Wear only cotton socks that are cleaned and rinsed well.