Everybody is talking about yogurt as a healthy addition to the diet. You can’t turn around without hearing or reading the words “pro-biotic.” Pro-biotics aid in digestion, help keep healthy flora blooming, and combats yeast in the body. But did you know that the pro-biotics in yogurt can do much more? What is Yeast? Yeast […]
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How to Prevent Reinfection of Toenail Fungus
If you have ever been infected by a toenail fungus and survived the pain associated with it, the last thing you would ever wish for is to get reinfected. To stay safe and prevent reinfection of toenail fungus, you can use the following smart tips: Apply Anti-Fungal Cream Even after you have managed to get […]
Bleach For Toenail Fungus: Does it Work?
Onychomycosis commonly known as toenail fungus is a condition that affects toenails. Although this bacterial infection is caused by the same microscopic culprits that cause ringworm, toenail fungus treatment can be a bit more frustrating simply because the infection is situated in the nail bed where it is protected by the nail itself. Toenails are […]
How to Get Rid of Embarrassing Foot Odor
Almost all people suffer from the occurrence of foot odor; however, the intensity varies from one person to another. Some may have a mild odor while others have offensive and distinct odor especially upon removing footwear. This can be very embarrassing especially when you need to take off your shoes or socks in certain social […]
Best Options for Treating Onychomycosis
About one in three fungal skin infections are caused by onychomycosis, making it necessary for patients to understand the process of treating onychomycosis in the event that they have a skin infection. There are several ways to determine whether this fungus is the cause of nail discoloration or dystrophy, but antifungal medication makes it relatively […]
The Best Ways to Treat Toenail Fungus
Fungi or can infect fingernails and/or toenails. Toenail infections are especially difficult to treat because heat and moisture can become trapped inside of socks and shoes creating a warm, damp environment that encourages the growth of fungus. Once fungus begins to grow underneath the nail it spreads quickly. It is difficult for external fungal medicine […]
Artificial Nails and Infection Risks
There are several ways that fake nails are used to augment your natural nails. The most common include adhering acrylic or gel tips or full nail overlays on top of them. There are risks both during the application of the nails and when removing them. In order to attach fake nails, the manicurist prepares your […]
Keeping Your Feet Healthy Year-round
The spring and summer months will be coming and going before you know it, and you may want to have your feet looking their best. It is this time of year that people show off how well they have kept their feet, and there are some foot care tips that will help you to look […]
Top 5 Summer Foot Care Tips For Men
Summer is the time of the season when foot care tips for men are most important. Men that disregard preventive techniques to keep their feet clean and dry can expect some sort of toenail fungus problem. Heat and moisture are the key ingredients for toenail fungus to thrive. The tips provided below will help stave […]
The Main Causes of Thick Curved Toenails
The medical term used for toenails that are curved, ingrown or deformed is onychogryposis. Those who find that their toenails become thick and arched may well find that the tough toenail starts to cut into the area of skin at either side of the nail. If this happens, it can lead to complications because harmful […]