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Vinegar-Mouthwash Soak Banished Nail Fungus

Q. I have had toenail fungus for many years and have tried all the remedies you’ve written about without success until now. For over 21 days, at the same time of day, I soaked my toes and feet in a 1:1 ratio of white vinegar and generic Listerine.

I now have NO toenail fungus and maintain this status by using tea tree oil on my nails. I hope this formula might help others.

A. Getting rid of nail fungus often requires patience. It can take months for a toenail to grow out fungus free. What works for one person may be totally ineffective for another.

We are delighted that you have had success with the vinegar and Listerine mixture. Many readers also report success with this approach. There are other testimonials about a variety of nail fungus remedies at www.peoplespharmacy.com.

You can also find more detailed descriptions of nail fungus remedies in our Guide to Hair and Nail Care. You will learn about cornmeal mush food soaks hydrogen peroxide and Vicks VapoRub.

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About the Author
Terry Graedon, PhD, is a medical anthropologist and co-host of The People’s Pharmacy radio show, co-author of The People’s Pharmacy syndicated newspaper columns and numerous books, and co-founder of The People’s Pharmacy website. Terry taught in the Duke University School of Nursing and was an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology. She is a Fellow of the Society of Applied Anthropology. Terry is one of the country's leading authorities on the science behind folk remedies..
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