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Knock The Socks Off Of Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot is a common fungus infection that usually occurs on the skin between the toes. It lives in the outer layers of skin and occurs in the feet because shoes create the right type of environment for fungus to multiply. The name ‘athlete’s foot’ came about because it spread rampantly between athlete’s who used [...]

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Senior Health – How to Forestall and Address Toenail Fungus

As you become older, it can be tougher and tougher to attend to yourself. Most seniors make well, only there are a couple of things that may get missed. Case in point: the toenails. In the summer we’re all about flaunting those lower digits. We cut them, buff them and keep them polished so they [...]

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Relaxing Foot Bath

* Myrrh 4 drops * Chamomile 4 drops * Mandarin 4 drops * Lemon 3 drops * Massage Oil 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Fill a basin with warm water, and add the above formula. Swirl the water to disperse the blended oils and relax for at least 15 minutes. These recipes were taken from “500 [...]

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Antiseptic Hand Gel

If you want a safe hand sanitizer without potentially harmful chemicals, try this all-natural formula. It is perfect for all skin types, and the kitchen-cupboard ingredients really work to kill germs. INGREDIENTS * 1/4 cup witch hazel extract * 1/4 cup aloe vera gel * 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerin * 1 tablespoon lemon juice or [...]

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Chamomile and Rosemary Foot Bath

You will need: * 1 cup cider or white vinegar * 1 cup water * 3 tablespoons chamomile flowers * 1/2 cup rosemary flowers and/or leaves Steep the above for ten minutes, add to a dish pan or large bowl, and soak your feet. This is wonderful for tired feet! Free PDF Health Ebook…Remedies4.com!

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Diabetes and Foot Care

Diabetes is a metabolic condition that involves the body’s use of insulin. People with diabetes have to be careful about taking care of themselves. Feet are particularly sensitive to changes in the person with diabetes. When someone has diabetes, their body doesn’t use insulin as it should. Insulin helps sugar in the blood to travel [...]

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Essential Oil Blend For Athlete’s Foot or Ringworm

* 1 drop lavender * 2 drops tea tree Add 1 drop lavender and 2 drops tea tree oil to 1 teaspoon of any plain base/carrier oil. Stir gently to mix and apply with cotton swab at least once daily. Free PDF Health Ebook…Remedies4.com!

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Athlete’s Foot Fungal Infection

Athlete’s Foot, known as tinea pedis, is a very common fungal infection that grows on human skin but especially the feet. The fungus itself is called Trichophyton or ringworm fungus. In fact, it is by far the most common fungal infection of the skin. It affects mostly men of all ages as well as young [...]

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Massage Oils for Muscles

Essential oils for supple, toned muscles: Black pepper, Juniper, Ginger, Thyme, Rosemary, Peppermint, Lavender, Grapefruit, Cypress, Orange, Basil, Lime, Pettigraine, Birch Massage Oils for Over-exercised Muscles * Eucalyptus 5 drops * Peppermint 5 drops * Ginger 5 drops * Diluted in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For all dancers, and most sports people, it is the [...]

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Athlete’s Foot Care

* 2 drops Tea Tree * 1 drop Lavender Mix all oils together. Dip a cotton ball into oil and apply between and around nails. Free PDF Health Ebook…Remedies4.com!

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