Ingredients:
2 tablespoons of baking soda
A few drops of water
A small bowl
Instructions:
Make the Paste:
Mix the baking soda with just enough water in a bowl to create a thick paste.
Apply the Paste:
Using a cotton swab or your fingers, apply the paste directly to the affected toenails and the surrounding area.
Be sure to cover the nail bed and underneath the nail if possible.
Let it Sit:
Let the paste sit on the nails for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse and Dry:
After the paste has dried, rinse it off with warm water and thoroughly dry your feet and nails.
Repeat:
Use this method twice daily until the infection improves, which may take a few weeks depending on the severity.
Method 2: Baking Soda Foot Soak
A foot soak is a soothing way to treat multiple toenails at once and help reduce the spread of the fungus.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup baking soda
4 cups warm water
A basin large enough to soak your feet
Instructions:
Prepare the Soak:
In a basin, dissolve 1/2 cup of baking soda in 4 cups of warm water.
Soak Your Feet:
Soak your feet in the solution for 15-20 minutes. Make sure the affected toenails are fully submerged.
Rinse and Dry:
After soaking, rinse your feet with clean water and dry thoroughly, especially around the toes and nails.
Repeat:
Repeat this soak once daily for best results. For severe infections, you can soak your feet twice daily.
Method 3: Baking Soda and Vinegar Combo
Vinegar, especially apple cider vinegar, is a well-known antifungal agent, and when combined with baking soda, it enhances the effectiveness of the treatment.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup baking soda
1 cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
4 cups warm water
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