How can i get rid of realy bad athletes foot without using pharmacuticals?

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waynebudd	Its a fungus... not much to do if you do not want to use preparations, but keeping the area DRY is critical. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Amy L	ewwww spend the 10.00 dollars stinky... its a fungus...u have to treat w/medicine.... geeze..if you can afford a computer or internet service then u can spend 10.00...sniff sniff....yall smell that????? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

forethree2	Lots of clean socks and foot powder Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sweeTie	you dont Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

vervuel	It is kind of difficult, but making sure your feet stay dry, wear sandals in the shower, and when possible wear sandals to air out your feet. Another thing: clean your shower really well and don't walk around the house barefoot-your feet may heal but if fungal spores are still around you may get re-infected. Of course you might want to ask your doctor, there may be some topical salves like aloe that may help, but expert adivce form an MD is always beneficial. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ajz adivice corner	suck on them for lunch Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

wolfatrest2000	You could try putting honey on your feet and letting it stay on for a while. It might take a while to work though. Honey works as an antibiotic by dehydrating bacteria, so I'm not sure if it will work on a fungal infection. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sunny365	you cant....duhh! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cntrygrl3485	without prescriptions?? there's over-the-counter Lotrimin AF. cures most athelete's foot. gold bond powder in your shoes should help too. good luck! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

icabear2	TAKE YOUR SHOES OFF FOR ABOUT TWO WEEKS (NO SHOES EVER) AND LET YOUR FEET DRY OUT. IF YOU ABSOLUELY NEED TO USE SHOES(SOMETHING ABOUT A JOB) PUT TALCUM POWDER (NOT BABY POWDER) IN YOUR SOCKS, AND ALL OVER YOUR FEET. THE WHOLE IDEA IS THAT FUNGUS GROWS IN A MOIST ENVIRONMENT, AND THE Talc KEEPS EM DRY. NO MOISTURE, NO MORE athletes Foot. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

birdwatcher	tea tree oil from the melaleuca alternifolia tree - a natural Antibacterial, antiseptic, germicide Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Big Will	Wash your feet often. Change your socks twice a day and wash you insoles the best you can and let them dry every time. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

rafikitwothreesix	Firstly are you showering or bathing at least once a day? If yes then establish if it really is athletes Foot. List your signs and symptoms then ask yourself: Since noticing these symtoms have I started using a new brand of soap, shampoo or tile cleaner in the shower? Make sure that you rinse your feet properly before getting dressed. If yes, figure out what you were using before and go back to that. Just before bed smear petroleum jelly on your feet and in between your toes and put a thick pair of socks on. the symptoms should disappear in about a month. but hey Cracked and pealing skin in between your toes isn't life threatening. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mojo	As said before pee. It`s not very nice but I think the ammonia helps kill the infection. Keep your feet as dry as possible and Talc them.Keep them sparkly clean and dry them thoroughly.If it does persist you will have to use a medicated Talc. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

boden21	use bio yogurt it does it every time Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

lilian c	t tree oil, or Lavender and keep your feet clean, either oil can be used neat on the skin but only drops, massage well, after soaking in a bowl of warm water in which w a few drops of both oils have been added Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Ronald M	You have to stop wearing shoes for about a month, and wash them 3 times a day. Whenever you wash your hands you should wash your feet. Try to use your feet like hands also Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Sistah Flow	The person with the answer of soaking them in vinegar is correct. I used a small spray bottle from Wal-Mart and put about a 1/4 c of vinegar in there with water the same and just sprayed my feet when I got out of the tub and allowed them to dry before bed and the next day, i sprayed a small coat inside my shoes and baby the problem is now someone elses! Because its no longer mine! Keep your bottle handy and spritz when you are out of the shower or what have you and then your shoes also. If you are able to spray them with a pretty good coat, like where they will dry and not harm them, do so. They will smell brand new! sometimes wearing powders will worsen the problem. depending on the kind, your feet can't breathe and it suffocates the fungus which is perfect environment to grow fungus,. Hot sweaty and dark..... think about it... It would certainly have to be a anti fungus or bacterial powder for feet, but vinegar works the BEST! i have tried it! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Maya	Keep your feet clean and dry. Dry between your toes after swimming or bathing. Wear leather shoes or sandals that allow your feet to breathe. When indoors, wear socks without shoes. Wear cotton socks to absorb sweat. Change your socks twice a day. (White socks do not prevent athlete's foot, as some people believe.) Use talcum or antifungal powder on your feet. Allow your shoes to air for at least 24 hours before you wear them again. Wear shower sandals in public pools and showers. If you have athlete's foot, put your socks on before your underwear, and dry your groin area before your feet after bathing. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

paulabryce32068	My father used to use Bleach (diluted) and that seemed to take care of the problem. I figure if bleach can kill mildew, it ought to take care of athelete's foot! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

trojan	Dip your feet in vinegar (mix with water) or dip your feet in water mixed with a little bit of bleach. Dry and put dump lots of baby powder on it. Repeat once or twice a day. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Uh-May-Zing	If you touch it, make sure you WASH your hands... and go get some Fast Acting Tinactin or Blue Star Ointment. Apply as directed and to reduce getting it in the future, always wash your feet, dry between your toes and wear clean socks... If you use public showers, make sure you wear shower shoes! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

telboy everton forever	i use surgical spirit and whitworths cream works for me Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Stephen K	Wash your feet, keep your shoes clean and when you get home, take those shoes off to let your feet breathe Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

casha1	wash and dry your feet then powder with bicarbonate of soda it takes a little while but does work (buy it at supermarket) hope it helps ... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

honeypot0214	soak them in vinegar water whenever you can .dry feet well and then use medicated foot powder.keep your feet clean and dry and use cotton socks that will soak up moisture.good luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

a true friend♥	There are several ways you can attack the problem but there are no sure way to stop it unless your hygiene isn't that great. 1. Wash your feet very well, get in between those toes, and if you have heard of using a brush to wash in between your finger nails, the same can be applied to toes and toe nails. This will help brush away those debris that are lying under your toe nails and in betwen your toes that causes germ accumulation. 2. After washing, make sure to dry off your feet and also in between toes and toe nails. Make sure to wear a clean gear to protect your freshly washed feet. 3. Rub in some alcohol (the higher the concentration, the better). Pat dry with towel. Use blow dryer, the one you use to dry your hair to completely dry off your feet. 4. Wetness of feet can still occur, for this use any regular anti-perspirant, the same that you use for your underarm, but be sure to label it for "feet only" to avoid transferring the bacteria from your feet to your underarm. Then use your blow dryer one more time to totally dry off your feet before you put on your socks. 5. If possible, change your socks every 6 to 8 hours or at least twice daily. Invest on a second pair of shoes. Wearing the same shoes over and over again does not let your shoes to ventilate the fumes that's been sitting there. It needs to air out. If sun is out, it is advisable to put your shoes under the sun to kill bacteria. 6. Do not walk barefooted. Always wear a gear to protect your feet from possible germ contamination. 7. Lastly, treat your feet for a foot spa, buying a $30 equipment to massage your feet will relax your feet and will alliviate the stress it carry on a daily basis. Hope these help. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

jet-set	Try Tea Tree Oil, if you really really don't want to use a fungicide. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

charliecizarny	Get a bucket or a small tub large enough to fit both of your feet in. put enough water in to cover both feet. Then add regular bleach. Just a couple of cap fulls per gallon of water. soak your feet every day after work or school. The bleach will disinfect your feet, killing the fungus. Be sure to dry your feet well and change your socks during the day if your feet get sweaty. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

welshchick	Soak them in your pee! It does work, honest! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

❂ BlueBerry ❂	use a saw, then a pair of crutches Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No