How to deal with athlete's foot? Especially in public places, it is impolite to keep your shoes on, but it is also embarrassing to take them off. Don't worry, I will teach you some home remedies to get rid of athlete's foot.
4 home remedies for treating athlete's foot
1. Salt and Sichuan pepper water
Mix 20g of salt and 10g of Sichuan pepper in water, boil it for a while, and wait for the temperature to cool down to 40℃ before soaking your feet;
Soak your feet for 20 minutes every day, and you will see obvious results after one week of continuous use;
The salt and Sichuan pepper water from the previous day can be reused the next day, but this method is not suitable for patients with ulcerated foot skin.
2. Tender willow leaves
Pick fresh tender willow leaves and put them in water to boil. The boiled water can be used directly to soak your feet;
If you only want to apply it to the toe cracks, you can insert the tender willow leaves into the toe cracks.
3. White sugar
Wash your feet and add a small amount of white sugar. Rub the areas with athlete's foot, and then rinse off;
Use it once every three days, and a course of treatment lasts for ten days. It is particularly suitable for patients with athlete's foot.
4. Chinese chives
Chop 250g of fresh Chinese chives and put them in a bowl. Add an appropriate amount of hot water;
When the water temperature cools down to 40℃, soak your feet for half an hour, using enough water to cover the back of your feet. You can also rub your feet continuously. You will see results after one week.
Daily precautions for athletes' foot patients
1. Wash your feet frequently
Try to avoid using alkaline soaps and other irritating chemical products when washing your feet. People with tight toe spaces should pay attention to cleaning between their toes.
After washing your feet, dry them with a towel before putting on shoes and socks.
2. Disinfect towels
Put the towel in an enamel basin, boil it in hot water for 10 minutes, and then expose it to sunlight.
3. Avoid wearing non-breathable shoes
Especially for young people who like to wear sports shoes, it is best to prepare two pairs of shoes to alternate. The unused pair of shoes can be placed in the sun to keep them dry.
People who sweat easily should wear cotton socks instead of non-breathable nylon socks and rubber shoes.
