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Coconut Oil
Posted by Rakaia (WA) on 07/21/2021
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Coconut oil did not help my toe fungus infection. In fact I felt it exacerbated the problem.
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Posted by Michael (New Zealand) on 10/19/2016
Hi Kais, Your experience was interesting. I have persisted with Tea Tree Oil for the same problem as yours and did so consistently every night before bed time for three months. It worked only
after three months. What I should have done all along was to MAKE SURE that the little crevices on either side of the big toes, where the nail meets the flesh, got a proper drying after showering every time and used a separate towel solely for that purpose.. It's all very well to do what Mummy told you to do all those years ago and "Remember to dry between your toes Darling! " but she should have cautioned you to dry
around the nails also I reckon. Fungus is so difficult to fix and seemingly takes forever. An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure as Grandpa used to say. In addition, a dedicated tooth brush (preferably not the one you use for teeth cleaning! ) could be gainfully employed to work those (soft) bristles into those hard to reach cracks and clean them out as the fungus loosens its grip. A bit of Bicarb. would not go amiss too I reckon. I should mention that I also do Coconut Oil Pulling and ingesting, so that may have helped too. However, the Tea Tree Oil came up trumps once again in this instance. Hurray!
Cheers, Michael
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Posted by Calvin (Mississippi) on 04/29/2016
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Toes were black now are clearing. 1 month of coconut on toes.
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Posted by Gavin (Manganui, Northland, New Zealand) on 06/12/2011
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Re the fungal toe.. Just keep rubbing coconut oil into it. It should clear in no time.
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Posted by KT (Irvine, California, USA) on 04/12/2009
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Coconut Oil is a miracle when it comes to SPEEDY cures. Keep this organic oil in your pantry at all times. It not only gets me rid of fungus within days (less than a week) but also got me rid of harsh toenail horizontal ridges and I could see the difference the very nexttt dayyy, a 60% visible reduction in those ridges, all gone within a week! I was totally bowled over. Applying coconut oil to my toenails was a total guesswork since I read that it's an antibacterial & antifungal agent when it comes to colon-cleansing. So I thought why not try it on toenails. Make this your # 1 choice for nail fungus, you'd be pleasantly surprised.
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Posted by Michael (Elizabeth, NJ) on 12/31/2007
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For the last 4 tears or so I have had a fungus on both big toes. The nail becomes thick and discolored with rough edges. Not an attractive sight. I have been using coconut oil now for about 9 months and can honestly say it has made a difference in the appearance of my toenails. One of the many properties of CO is antifungal. I can"t say enough about this tropical oil. I eat at least 3 Tbls a day I have more energy, have lost weight, no change in my cholesterol and love its taste. Try it and you will never go back to the other veggie oils.
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Posted by Annabelle (Victoria, Australia) on 08/17/2006
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I had toenail fungus for 5yrs. started using virgin coconut oil applied topically with amazing results. Used loceryl lacquer for 3yrs did not get rid of it. Used some oxygenated melaluca cream which helped & may have cured it but smelled so bad it really wasn't practical. I read about coconut oil on internet & gave it a go, i didn't think it would seriously work. I massaged it into top of nail & all around it & made sure it was under toenail which was easy as it is liquid (hardens in cold weather but melts on contact with skin). Now 1 big toenail totally cured, other toenail is almost gone but it was much worse and was first to be infected. Absolutely amazing and i don't even apply it everyday!!! Doesn't smell. I rub it into all my other toenails (hoping this will prevent them from getting it in them). I bought a brand from my local health food shop and made sure it was 100% virgin and this one was cold pressed-don't know if that means anything but i'm sure other brands would work, I am just thrilled with results and grateful that i gave it a go
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Posted by SBH (seattle) on 04/29/2023
Hello,
EmuaidMax has been the most effective remedy for my nail fungus and works quickly. You must apply to very clean nails x2/day. You only need a little amount and it is only activated when you rub it into the nail bed and surrounding tissues VERY WELL. Of course, constantly remove dead tissue, clip nails short, etc... Important to continue with treatment for another month after it appears to clear up. Treat shoes and socks for fungus. Eat anti fungal diet, take quality probiotics.
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Posted by Maximac (Trussville, Alabama, Usa) on 03/11/2013
I determined yesterday that I had a fungus on my toe nails when all along I believed it was just calcium deposits. YUK! I get pedicures regularly and it was never brought to my attention. I've been without polish or pedis for over a month now, just allowing the nails to breathe. So this morning I cleaned my nails with Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide then before I put on my shoes to go out the door, I generously rubbed Extra Virgin Coconut Oil over and around the nails and toes. By lunchtime, I can tell a significant difference in the appearance of the discoloration and spots. I will continue to do this to see if it will rid of the rest of the fungus. I am greatly encouraged!
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Posted by Deborah (NM) on 04/28/2023
Kim, Use organic, unfiltered, cold pressed coconut oil. You can buy it at Walmart. Deb
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Posted by Nat (Chicago) on 03/09/2016
Did you apply directly to the nail or took it orally? Or both?
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Posted by Jody (Melbourne, Fl) on 06/08/2015
Do you have to continue to use it forever to keep it gone?
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Posted by Had (White River Jct, Vermont) on 06/15/2012
I've added borax to my bath water( high PH kills bact/ etc), then coconut oil as all over body moisturizer after, my toe nails, and hands for that matter, have 'french manicure' WHITE nails..... EVCO is an amazing gift from God. Also helps w/ ingrown hairs
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Posted by Rebecca (Buena Vista, Co) on 01/31/2017
I am very glad I read this. I have bad toenail fungus for years. I read about coconut oil for toenail fungus, but wasn't sure how to go about applying it.
I started last month ( December, 2016).
To put my clean sock inside out over my hand, because I didn't want to touch my fungus nails with my fingers. Then I would dip the clean sock into my jar of coconut oil. ( the toe section ) And rub that on my toes, top, and try to get underneath the nail. I am glad I read this, I will try the toothbrush method. It sounds more effective than what I was doing. Thank you.
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Posted by Kim (Texas) on 05/31/2021
What brand of coconut oil? I'm desperate... I have never ever had anything like this on my toes. My Dr. wants me to take the medication you mentioned. I would rather go the natural route. Thank you for any and all info you can give me. I have prayed about the right thing to do. I do not want it to get out of control. I have almost given up and took the meds but I'm afraid of side effects. ✝️💕
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Posted by Deirdre (Atlanta, GA) on 07/28/2009
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I recently made a discovery that made me think my nail fungus had improved by 80% overnight! I'd been rubbing clove oil on one of my big toe nails for a couple of weeks. Then one night I decided to add coconut oil an hour after applying the clove oil. The next morning it looked as though the fungus had all but disappeared. I was thrilled! But, ha ha, it was temporary. As soon as your feet get wet, the nail returns to its previous state. I switched to shea butter (100%, cheap) because it lasts even longer than the coconut oil (from shower to shower). Not sure how effective this will be for black-ish nail fungus as mine is a lovely white & yellowish swirl.
So for everyone who is currently wearing open-toed sandals this summer, you might want to try rubbing coconut or shea butter to your infected nails. It's a helpful tool while we battle this pain-in-the-you-know-what condition.
