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Nowadays, more than 30% of patients in China suffer from athlete's foot and foot odor, which is also the most common skin disease. Below are several folk remedies for treating athlete's foot and foot odor.
Foot odor is mainly a foul odor produced by the combination of sweat gland secretions and bacteria.
01 White Radish to Remove Foot Odor
Half a white radish, cut into thin slices, put it in a pot, then add an appropriate amount of water, boil over high heat for 3 minutes, then simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, and then pour it into a basin. After the temperature drops moderately, wash your feet repeatedly several times to remove foot odor.
02 Oxytetracycline to eliminate foot odor
Grind oxytetracycline into powder and apply it to the toe crevice, taking 1-2 tablets each time.
03 Salt ginger water to remove foot odor
Add an appropriate amount of salt and a few slices of ginger to water, heat to boiling, wash feet when not hot, and rub for a few minutes. Not only does it remove foot odor, but it also makes the feet feel relaxed and can eliminate fatigue.
04 Soybean water for treating athlete's foot
150 grams of soybeans, about 1 kilogram of water, boil over low heat for about 20 minutes, and use to soak feet when the water temperature is sufficient. You can soak for a while longer. The effect of treating beriberi is excellent, the feet do not peel off, and the skin is moisturized. Usually, washing continuously for three to four days can take effect.
05 Fig treatment for foot odor
Take a few fig leaves and boil them in water for about 10 minutes. When the water temperature is suitable, soak and wash the affected area for 10 minutes twice a day. Generally, it will heal within three to five days.
06 White vinegar for treating athlete's foot
For patients with beriberi, cotton balls soaked in white vinegar can be applied to the affected area to relieve itching and kill bacteria. There may be slight peeling, and applying once can prevent recurrence for half a month. Repeat the application if needed.
07 Beer for treating athlete's foot
Pour bottled beer into a basin without adding water, wash your feet, soak in beer for 20 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly. Soak once or twice a week.
08 Potassium permanganate water soaking feet to treat athlete's foot
Soaking feet in potassium permanganate water once a month can prevent recurrence. Method: Use half a basin of warm water to add two (millet sized) potassium permanganate particles to the water until it turns pink. Soak your feet in the water for three to five minutes.
09 Chives for treating athlete's foot
Wash 250g fresh chives, cut them into small pieces and place them in a basin. Rinse with boiling water. When it cools down to the point where it can be placed on the feet, soak the feet for half an hour. The amount of water should not exceed the surface of the feet, and you can rub them together at the same time. Wash again in a week and the effect is very good.
10 tender willow leaves for treating athlete's foot
Boil a handful of tender willow leaves with water, then wash your feet.
11APC for treating foot odor
Grind one or two pieces of APC into powder and sprinkle them into two shoes. Administer once every 1-2 days for unique therapeutic effects.
12 Aloe Vera for treating athlete's foot
In summer, rub aloe vera leaves and squeeze the juice onto your feet, let it air dry naturally, and use one leaf per foot at a time.
13 alkaline noodles for treating athlete's foot
Sweating profusely in summer can easily lead to athlete's foot. Before going to bed in the evening, use one tablespoon of alkaline noodles (that is, alkaline noodles used to steam Mantou). After melting in warm water, soak your feet in alkaline water and wash them for about 30 minutes, two or three times in the light, four or five times in the heavy.
14 Sichuan pepper salt water for treating athlete's foot
10g Sichuan peppercorns and 20g salt, add to water and boil slightly until the temperature is not too hot. Then soak and wash for 20 minutes every night for a week to recover. The used Sichuan pepper salt water can be continuously used after being heated the next day. Individuals infected with ulcers should use with caution.
15 pear peels treat athlete's foot
Just wipe the peeled pear skin directly onto the athlete's foot.
16 white sugar can treat athlete's foot
Soak your feet in warm water and wash them thoroughly. Take a small amount of white sugar and rub it repeatedly with your hands on the affected area of athlete's foot. Rinse thoroughly after rubbing, or do not wash it. Once every two to three days, patients with mild athlete's foot can generally recover after three times, and this method is particularly effective for treating athlete's foot between toes.
17 alum for treating athlete's foot
Grind alum into fine powder, rub the palms of your feet 3-4 times for 10 minutes, and then your feet will no longer sweat or smell. Can last for seven or eight months.
18 meter vinegar for treating athlete's foot
One pound of rice vinegar, pour the vinegar into a basin, soak or wash it twice a day for about an hour each time. It can reduce inflammation and kill bacteria, and can treat foot decay. It is simple, effective and fast. Mild cases can be cured in four days.
19 Garlic for treating athlete's foot
Two raw garlic cloves, peeled and soaked in half a pound of vinegar for 3 days, then wiped the affected area with garlic cloves, 3 times a day. Used continuously for 7-10 days, it has a special effect of anti-inflammatory and killing bacteria.