Summer Time and Toenail Fungus

Summer time is perhaps the worst time for toenail fungus.

1. Warm, moist environments are a fungus's best friend. So, if you are the type person that plays indoor or outdoor sports your risk is a little higher of getting a toenail fungus. There are a few things you can do to minimize th risk.

Find a pair of tennis shoes with excellent ventilation. Usually these are the one with a mesh type material. This will allow your feet to breathe and will prevent moisture from building up.

Be sure to remove your shoes and damp socks immediately after playing your favorite sport and put on a pair of dry socks.

Before you go out place a little baby powder inside you socks and shoes to help absorb the moisture.

Just remember that dry is GOOD wet is BAD. I have been free of toenail fungus for over a year now and I use these prevention tips everyday. For those of you that have toenail fungus, I feel for you because I know how miserably I was. Go get some Zetaclear and get rid of your fungus and I promise you that if you follow my tips in this blog it will not return.

Nail Fungus Infections: 2008 Causes and Treatments -Part I

Nail Fungus Infections: 2008 Causes and Treatments -Part I

Nail Fungus Infections: Causes and Treatments Part I
How do you know if you have a fungal infection in your toenails or fingernails and do you think you might have an infection?? It is definitely possible. Before you make your decision, continue reading part I in this series because it may have an impact on your course of treatment if you do have a fungus infection. In part I, you'll learn what nail fungus infection is, what induces it, preventative measures and treatments currently available. The technical name for nail fungus is Onychomycosis. A fungus can be encountered just about anywhere and is very easily contracted. There are literally millions of peopIe who have it. So, don't worry you are not alone in your suffering. One of the reasons nail fungus is so prevalent is because it is very hard to detect early on. Once you are able to see the discolored nail the fungus already has a firm hold. The fungus will appear as a yellow blemish which gradually spreads until it infects the whole nail and further spreads to your neighboring toenails and fingernails. The fungus feels right at home because the conditions at which it grows the best are being met. Because most people wear shoes that are either made of all leather or are not well ventilated, they are supplying the fungus with a warm, moist environment. Optimum breeding conditions are found when an area is warm, moist, and dark. Similar to mold growing on a piece of bread.
Please be aware that nail fungus infections are infectious and can spread from one person to the other. Sharing bathrooms where you have a common shower,toilets, and locker rooms are the likeliest places to contract a fungus infection. These places are usually moist and visited by people not wearing shoes. The fungus which gets transfered to the floor as people walk around then gets picked up by those unsuspecting people. It is also contractible from fingernail clippers, nail files and emery boards. This is why it is important to practice good hygiene so that you are not infecting other people. If you feel that you have a fungus infection, you might want to start treating it immediately as it is more difficult to treat once the fungus infection becomes more severe.

Toe Nail Fungus Treatments that Didn't Work for Me

1. Tea Tree Oil . The Mayo Clinic even suggest that "When applied topically, tea tree oil may improve the appearance of the nail" (Mayo Clinic Family Health Book). --- Sorry didn't work for me. Made my toenails hurt after 3 days.

2. There is one popular prescription medication that you take a pill for Nail Fungus that doctors warn people with liver problems not to take it or it will damage their health. --Too many side effects and too expensive. I never even considered this one after reading the warnings.

I don't know about you but I really don't trust big pharmacy companies to make health decisions for me especially if they are using artificial ingredients that have no basis in nature to treat a simple problem of toenail fungus.

3. Listerine Mouth wash --I read about this one in an online forum. Soaked my feet for 2 weeks everyday and man did they smell good but my fungus was still there.

4. Oregano & Olive Oil --Good on bread but not on my toes. Another online forum answer.

5. Apple Cider Vinegar --Nope this one didn't work either. I soaked my feet once again for 2 weeks in this stuff.