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Athlete's Foot
Description
A common Infection, Athlete’s foot results from the
growth of a fungus, usually between the toes of infected
individuals. As the name suggests, this condition is most
common in athletes, whose warm, moist socks and shoes provide
the perfect setting for fungal growth.
Initially, the sufferer
will notice Itching and Inflammation in the webbing between
toes. This will eventually progress to a white fungal growth
with a distinctive odour.
The best prevention and
treatment for Athlete’s foot is to maintain good personal
hygiene, with clean, dry feet, socks and shoes. Special
powders can be bought over the counter for further treatment.
Herbs
Garlic (1)
Nutritional Supplements
L-acidophilus
Bioflavonoids
B Complex
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Zinc
Homeopathy
Silicea
Foul spongy Rash.
In persons with tendency to cold smelly, sweaty feet.
Sulphur
Hot dry cracking Rash.
In persons whose feet tend to be hot, sweaty and burning.
References
1. Ledezma E, DeSousa L, Jorquera A, et al. Efficacy of
ajoene, an organoSulphur derived from Garlic, in the short-term
therapy of tinea pedis. Mycoses 1996;39:393-95. | 
