One thing in common between ringworm, jock itch, athlete’s foot, and nail fungus are that they are all caused by a fungus. The fungus, dermatophyte, is classified as tinea-- an umbrella category for all infections on the skin. This type of fungus infection can come from sources such as animals, soil, or someone who has [...]
One third of diabetics in the nation suffer from nail fungus. Diabetics has an increased risk of getting nail fungus - 22% higher than those who don’t have diabetes. In addition, diabetes is associated with high blood sugar levels which affects the immune system. People with diabetes can be immunocompromised, which can then lead to [...]
Vinegar is a liquid product of the fermentation of alcoholic liquid that contains roughly 15% acetic acid and is often used in cooking to flavor or preserve foods, or as a cleaning agent. The acidic properties of vinegar make for a good disinfectant that can be used to slow nail fungus growth and is a [...]
Choosing the right shoe when going out to pick out some replacements for your worn down sneakers is more important than one might think. For one, the wrong shoes can cause a numerous amount of health problems such as: Peripheral neuropathy Foot pain Toe deformities such as corns and calluses, Nail deformities such as nail [...]
