A person's nails are a reflection of one's character.
But more than the intent of appearances, we ought to devote some time to attend to the health of our nails.
The habit of inspecting for grime or dirt the space between the nail plate and nail bed is a hygienic practice but ensuring that microorganisms have not considered your nails as home is tantamount to proper nail health care.
One common nail problem that is a sanitary issue is fungal infection.
Fungal infections are typically caused by the wear of tight shoes, of using communal showers (where the fungus is passed on by the infected person) and as an offshoot of a weakened immune system.
Fungus is typically hard to get rid off and is usually the biggest threat to ongoing nail health.
Fungus thrives everywhere.
It exists in our immediate environment that's why we contract infections due to unhygienic practices.
We also have a controlled flora in the body, particularly Candida Albicans.
The fungal population in the body can however rise to unhealthy levels and infect moist sections of the skin.
When fungus infects the nails, said pathogen causes the thickening and discoloration of the dermal layer.
As the infection progresses, it triggers flaking, peeling, and crumbling of the nails.
Unpleasant odors may arise since the nails, which provide a protective but slight opening to our skin, is a perfect breeding ground for further fungi proliferation.
Given this characteristic, it is generally difficult to inhibit its growth without compromising means.
Conventional treatments for nail fungus such as Ketoconazole creams are expensive and it would usually take some time to inhibit the pathogens as well as relieve the related symptoms.
Another drawback to the use of anti-fungal creams is its side effects, not to mention the likelihood of recurrence, in case the medication is discontinued.
Herbal remedies provide a naturally safe solution in the treatment of fungal infections concentrated with the nails.
Herbs are endowed with medicinal extracts that have been used for many years as an antiseptic, as an anti-inflammatory agent and for its anti-fungal properties as well.
Pertinent research has confirmed the effectiveness of the Tea Tree Oil compounds' TTO and terpinen-4-olo in the arrest of fungal pathogens.
Tea tree oil is also used to heal inflammation and treat various conditions of the skin.
Lavender, which carries the active compound linalyl acetate, is also known to contain anti-fungal and natural soothing properties.
Lemon Grass, on the other hand, is composed of 70% citral which complements fungal treatment by promoting cell regeneration.
Herbal remedies such as Nail Rx are formulated with the medicinal compounds of the above-mentioned herbs to effectively treat fungus as well as encourage nail growth and health.
Unlike Ketoconazole creams, use of herbal remedies is devoid of harsh side-effects.
In fact, its natural formulation prevents the recurrence of the infection.
Herbal remedies promote an overall healthy lifestyle for us, and one of its benefits is promoting the health of our nails and protecting it from infection.
Never underestimate the myriad of health benefits herbs are capable of.