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Nature curesEffective home remedies for fungal infections

By : SONICA Krishan | March 1 6, 20 1 1 | Topics: Com plem entary therapies| Filed under: Ar ticles

Fungal infections are contagious and tend to spread easily from

one body part to another and from one person to another. Thecommonest sites for fungal infections are between the toes

[athlete's foot], in the groin [jock itch], waist and underarms.

Ringworms and candidiasis are also types of fungal infections.

Fungal infections generally crop up in damp and moist areas of

the skin. Here we look at what ayurveda, naturopathy and yoga

have to offer to give relief from fungal infections

Ayurveda says.According to ayurveda, fungal infection is referred to asdadru.

Imbalance in the three doshas of the body, particularly

thepitta or the fire humour and kapha dosha or the phlegm

humour is what causes them. Fungal disease is categorised as a variety ofkshudra kushta.

Along with the anti-infective skin therapy, an ayurvedic physician would also recommend blood purification

and proper elimination of body wastes. For that, you can take three to five grams oftriphala powder with a

glassful of warm water [preferably at bedtime] daily.

Other medicines that you can take under guidance of an ayurvedic doctor include:Kaishore Guggulu,

Gandhak Rasayana, Saaribadyasava andKhadirarishta.

Fungal infections in different parts of the body have characteristic features and also different herbal

remedies.

Skin

Skin infected with fungus becomes red, thick and dry. Circular lesions are formed on the skin; these are often

itchy, scaly and clear in the centre. They occur on any exposed area of the body.

Herbal remedies

Rub the juice extracted by pounding fresh bulbs of garlic at the affected site 2 3 times a day. Garlic has

great anti-fungal and anti-infective properties.

Pound a piece of fresh, raw turmeric along with a few basil or neem leaves to make a paste. Apply it on

infected skin twice a day.

Prepare a paste by pounding the seeds of the chakkermard herb, mix it with radish juice and apply on
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the affected areas.

Apply mint juice on the infected skin.

Ears

A fungal infection in the ears causes hearing and balance problems, and a lot of pain. It generally occurs when

there is more fluid in the ear. If not treated properly, this condition can become hazardous and hence should

not be ignored.

Herbal remedies

Soak garlic cloves in mustard or olive oil for a few hours. Heat this mixture until its warm and dip a

small cotton ball into it, just enough to wet the cotton. Place the cotton ball in the infected ear and leave

in overnight.

Extract juice by pounding fresh tulsi leaves and filter through a fine muslin cloth and use it as ear drops.

Underarms and groinThere may be itchy lesions in the underarms and also under the breast in females. Whereas, in men,

ringworm sometimes infects the inner and upper parts of the thighs and the groins.

Herbal remedies

Mix camphor in some coconut oil. Apply the same on the infected patch daily at least thrice.

Pound a few neem leaves to make a paste and apply it the affected area 2 3 times a day. Allow it to dry

on the skin. You may also add some freshly pounded raw turmeric or turmeric powder to the same.

Keep the skin as much dry as possible.

Scalp

A fungal infection in the scalp leads to hair loss and itching and scaling. It also makes the hair dry and brittle.

Herbal remedies

Pound some garlic bulbs into a pulp and mix it into sesame oil or mustard oil. Apply this on the infected

areas of the scalp.

Grind basil, mint and radish into a paste, add some sesame oil to it and massage the scalp with it.

Mix camphor in coconut oil and massage scalp with it on alternate days.

Clean your hair and scalp thoroughly. Add a teaspoon of wheatgrass juice or lemon juice to the water

you use for head bath.

Nails

Fungal infection in the nails causes dryness, rigidity and discolouration of the nails making them look ugly


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and unkempt. Sometimes, you might also notice black streaks on the surfaces of your nails.

Herbal remedies

Rub some garlic juice onto the infected nail surface.

Pound a fresh piece of turmeric with a few basil leaves. Apply it on the nail twice a day.

Keep your hands dry as far as possible till the infection cures.

Naturopathy suggestsNaturopathy suggests internal cleansing as a cure for fungal infections.

Fast for 1 7 days. Have only fruits and vegetable juices that are naturally alkaline like carrots,

cabbage, white gourd, spinach and coconut water during this period.

Try neem water enema.

Apply mud packs on the infected areas as mud therapy is anti-infectiv e and anti-toxic.

Reduce your salt intake while undergoing natural cleansing.

Apply essential oils like apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, garlic oil, lavender oil, oregano oil, or primrose

oil on the infected area.

Yogic curesYoga equips the body to heal itself. Emphasis is on eliminating toxins and increasing strength.

Kunjal Kriya aids in expulsion of toxic matter v ia vomitus andShankh Prakshalana works as natural

purgative. Both these procedures may be supplemented for releasing toxins from the body.

Yoga asanas likeSarvangasana, Matsyasana, Pashchimottanasana, Surya Namaskar and yoga

techniques likeJalandhar bandha and Uddiyan bandha help in alleviating skin maladies.

Pranayama or deep breathing techniques likeBhastrika,Kapalbhati,Nadi Shodhan andSheetalimay

prove effective as supplementary therapy.

Along with the above mentioned therapies, it is essential to eat a diet rich in vitamin C. Also consult with your

dermatologist before discontinuing any topical anti-fungal creams or medications.

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