Perhaps when tea tree oil was not yet very popular, people with toenail fungus had to face a future where they either had to live with their ugly festering toenails or have surgery to remove all their affected toenails altogether. But now that tea tree oil is readily available, people with toenail fungus can have relief from their dilemma.

Many people testify to the almost magical effects of tea tree oil on their fungal infections. Because it is a natural essential oil, it is a safer and cheaper alternative for eliminating fungal infections compared to consuming drugs which may have harmful side effects on your body, or buying costly prescription drugs. Tea tree oil is not enough. It is only part of the equation.

Origins of tea tree oil

Tea tree oil is derived from the tree named Melaleuca alternifolia which grows in Australia. At present, people can buy their bottles of tea tree oil from alternative medicine and homeopathic product suppliers.

Therapeutic effects of tea tree oil

The oil reportedly can destroy fungus, bacteria, viruses and yeast. It is generally used as an active ingredient in anti-fungal preparations that also use other essential oils in tandem with it. Thus, it is not recommended that you consume tea tree oil preparations because it or the other essential oils mixed with it might cause complications. As it is deemed a home remedy, there are no scientific claims that have been validated yet about its therapeutic effects though there are already medical practitioners who recommend it to their patients.

Ruling out other conditions

It is vital that you get the proper diagnosis of toenail fungal infection from your doctor before attempting to treat yourself with tea tree oil. This is because your thickened and deformed toenails might be caused by other factors, such as: skin conditions, spread of bacteria, and injury to the nail (among others.) To properly diagnose you, the doctor may need to take a sample of the affected nail to be sent to a laboratory for testing. If the condition is definitely a fungal infection, then the doctor may line up treatment options for you to consider. If the doctor does not know yet about tea tree oil and its reputed therapeutic effects on fungal infections, you may want to inform him about what you have researched so far. Or you might want to get a second opinion from a doctor who has been prescribing tea tree oil to his patients already. The problem with some people is that they resort to using tea tree oil even without knowing the exact cause of their nail condition, then get disappointed when the tea tree oil does not seem to work. Get the right diagnosis first, then try tea tree oil – that is the way to go about it.

Scientific investigation about tea tree oil

Because there is a growing amount of positive feedback about the wonderful benefits people have gotten from tea tree oil as an anti-fungal product, there is already a movement to investigate such claims. That is a positive trend which may eventually lead to the widespread recognition of tea tree oil as an anti-fungal therapy by the medical and scientific community. Remember that using tea tree oil is not enough we strongly suggest that you visit www.outsidehealth.net to learn about the other anti fungal oils that must be used.

Originally posted 2009-11-19 07:04:07. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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As previously stated that tea tree oil is considered to be very effective treatment for vaginal yeast infection. However, there is one thing that you need to be very careful about using it as your treatment because it is very powerful. So, you should combine tea tree oil with other components before using it.

When you directly apply this oil to your skin, it is a fact that you might feel a uncomfortable because of your skin’s rawness and the oil’s potency. So, it is a good idea that you should use this oil in other way in order to avoid the uncomfortable condition as mentioned.

So, what you need to have in order to cure for vaginal yeast infection are as following:

- tea tree oil
- tampons
- a lubricant

First, just apply lubricant to the upper half of the tampon, then, add two or three drops of the tea tree oil to the tampon. After that, you just insert the tampon into the vagina.

If you are experiencing the burning and itching symptoms outside the vagina, you can find this oil in the form of a cream. This cream can be used without causing any uncomfortable condition. However, it is highly recommended that you should test the cream by using just a little, and see that it works or not.

It is a fact that tea tree oil is an effective treatment for vaginal yeast infection, and it is considered to be better than modern medicine because it is natural and will not cause you any harmful side effects at all.

Originally posted 2010-01-01 05:34:15. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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Therefore it is quite easy to comprehend the fact that tea tree oil, being a strong antimicrobial agent, would definitely leave a lethal impact on this bacterial buildup either. In this regard it is essential to mention that due to its powerful antibacterial potential, this natural agent is often preferred by many people as the best and safest substitute of benzoyl peroxide on the ground that it is devoid of the side effects generated by thelater. Even a comparative study reveals the same fact that so far as side effects like itching, burning, and other complications are concerned, benzoyl peroxide has shown a much higher percentage as compared with this essential oil.

Since an undiluted form of this natural agent is hazardous, there comes an inevitable question as to what other forms of this herbal oil should be used in order to achieve the best impact. If you are a frequent visitor of your local medical store, you perhaps have noticed that it contains a superfluous stock of different skin care and acne care products with this substance as a chief ingredient. And if you are allergic to other ingredients mixed in those commercial products, or rather fascinated by homemade regimens, then there are plenty of them too. For instance, you could make your own undiluted solution by using 5% of tea tree oil and 95% of water mixed properly. If you have got a sensitive skin then a combination of this essential oil and aloe vera would respond well. Besides, a few evidences show that some people tend to develop sensitivity to this natural ingredient and therefore it is always suggestible to try a little amount first on the skin surface to test its impact on your skin.

Even though it was introduced as a heavenly gift in acne medication, this product is not completely free from side effects. According to one study, this natural ingredient is capable of disrupting the hormonal balance. Reports of inexplicable breast enlargement among men have been observed in some instances. People with hormone sensitive cancer and pregnant women are advised to stay away from it due to the same hormonal threat. If there is any instance of accidental or deliberate oral consumption of tea tree oil, then it might lead to many serious damages ranging from diarrhea, damage to the immune system or even to the central nervous system. Therefore using it in homemade mouthwash or other products is risky. Although it is used in many commercial tooth pastes and mouthwashes with an assumption that they are not meant for oral consumption, it is better to avoid such products in order to be safe.

Originally posted 2009-11-05 08:39:10. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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Originally posted 2009-12-29 06:58:12. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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The best natural method to cure for nail fungus is to keep the area clean as possible. Eliminate the chance for fungus growth by keeping the infected area cool and dry since fungus does not like oxygen at all.  Anyone suffering from toenail fungus should consider wearing socks that made of cotton since this type of material is breathable and has the capacity to absorb sweat, and thus leave foot dryer.  In addition, wearing too tight-fitting socks and shoes are also contributing the causes of fungus growth since it allows less air and so less oxygen and this will be ideal condition for fungus to thrive. 

Finding a natural cure for nail fungus is a reality.  Many natural oils contain substance inhibit the growth of fungus.  For example, tea tree oil was used by the aboriginals of Australia to help promote healthy skin since it has terpenoids, a naturally-occurring organic chemical that helps to protect the keratins in the nail and thus promote healthy looking nails.  In addition, since tree oil just like all other oils can penetrate little spaces in between the nail cuticles and small cracks which fungus hide.  Therefore, it will kill fungus with its antifungal properties when making a physical contact with the fungus.

However, many people have complained the use of tree oil because it may cause skin irritation.  The nail fungus treatment by Zeta Clear solution that I always recommended also contains tea tree oil as one of its ingredients, but it is diluted with carrier oils about just right to prevent skin rash or irritation, and potent enough to inhibit fungus.  Beside tea tree oil, there are almond oil, jojoba oil, vitamin E oil, undecylenic acid, lemongrass oil, and clove oil. All are natural and work together to combat the stubborn nail fungus problem.

Visit http://www.soifind.com/zetaclear for more information

A Homeopathic FDA Registered treatment for Nail Fungus

Originally posted 2009-12-13 07:47:36. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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Tea tree oil is a clear to very yellow or green-tinged essential oil with a fresh camphoraceous odor. These leaves were earlier used as a substitute for tea, which is how the oil got its name.

One should not confuse Tea tree oil and Tea Oil (the seasoning and cooking oil obtained from pressed seeds of the plant Camellia oleifera).

Tea Tree oil was used in Australia as a potent antiseptic much before any scientific research. Tea Tree crushed leaves were used as traditional medicine by inhaling the oils treating cold and cough and also sprinkling them on wounds.

It was only after 1920’s use of oil itself become popular. A series of research papers evaluating antimicrobial properties published by Arthur Penfold led to the popularity. The oil was extracted using mobile, makeshift, wood-fired bush still and plant material was hand cut on the spot. The demand was very high till World War II and ebbed after the war mainly due to development of effective antibiotics and interest in natural products. However, the interest in natural essential oils was rekindled in 1970s and 1980s and its demand has surged for uses in medicinal and cosmetic uses. Further studies in the recent time support the use of tea tree oil in skin care and various aliments.

Here are glimpses of the uses of this wondrous oil:

Tea Tree Oil Acne: A study done in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Department of Dermatology proved Tea Tree oil as very effective in treatment of moderate acne.

Inhaled tea tree oil helps breathing easier by “breaking up congestion”. It can also minimize the symptoms of flu, cold, sore throat and systemic fungal infection.

Dandruff: Tea tree shampoo helped significantly reduce dandruff symptoms after 4 weeks of use. This was reveled in a study done on  126 people with mild to moderate dandruff. This is due to its ability to treat Malassezia furfur, the general common cause of the dandruff.

Athlete’s Foot: A study to cure athlete’s foot was done and 50% tea tree oil solution and placebo was used. After two daily applications for 4 weeks, tea tree oil was found to be significantly more effective than placebo.

Toenails and Fungal Infection: Another study found that 100% tea tree oil was as effective on toenail fungus infection as was the standard antifungal medication of 1% clotrimazole solution.

Tea tree oil is also effective against candidiasis and other vaginal infections.

It can also be used as a bath additive and also may control bacteria in spas and pools.

 Tea Tree oil is also used in cosmetic products to make tea tree soap and shampoo.

It has also been used in treatments for eye aliment and blepharitis.

It is also used in toothpastes, mouth washes for curing bad breath and gum diseases.

It is also effective in treating minor wounds, insect bites soothe sunburn and ear infection.

Tea Tree oil diluted solution is also sold as to cure fungal and bacterial infection for pet fish.

These are just the few of its uses and the list surely goes on. Tea tree oil is a amazing gift from mother nature which we can put to a plethora of uses.

Originally posted 2009-10-30 07:23:28. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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There are increasing reports of people having problems with the traditional treatments prescribed to them by their doctor to treat scabies. Some of these products are Kwelleda-P, Nix, Lindane, Malathion and Permethrin creams. There have been many people reporting short term effects and long term effects after using these types of products, some of the short term effects are copy cat of the actual scabies symptons. The thing that is worrying many people are the reports of long term effects that are leading to much more serious conditions.

The three most common treatments are Permethrin, Malathion and Lindane.

The most commonly used treatment used to kill scabies is permethrin which comes in different brands and applications. It includes alot of side effects such as itching, burning and stinging of the skin, these are the short term effects that this permethrin chemical can have on your skin. Alot of people would do anything pretty much to rid scabies and this leads to such a huge demand for permethrin, this is why people are experiencing long term effects because they are willing to do almost anything to cure the scabies before investigating a little further to find natural cures.

Permethrin derives from Pyrethrum, which is a very common ingredient in insecticides and this is why alot of people would prefer to stay away from the stuff and find other treatments. You dont want to put insecticides on your lawn, why would you want it on your skin! Permethrin is also said by some to be a carcinogen which is extremly dangerous, not only to the skin but your neurological system.

Lindane once was the most commonly prescribed cure for scabies until the FDA reported lots of seizure incidents amontst infected scabies people who used it. Lindane was recently banned completely from 40 countries and had its use regulated in 20 other countries, this is a sure sign to be careful what you use to eradicate the scabies mite. It has also been associated with diseases such as non-Hodgkins Lymphoma and Leukemia, these are some more reasons why to look for alternative scabies treatments.

Malathion has been used more for head lice then scabies as it is known to cause shortness of breath, headaches, muscle weakness and nausea.

When these products are used properly, they will kill off scabies but it is unknown if this will bring on more disease or illness. Increasingly nowadays, many people are using natural remedies to cure their scabies which results in less or no side effects. So before you go ahead and treat your scabies it mite be worth taking a further look into other alternatives that will not do your body more harm.

Originally posted 2010-01-26 06:49:01. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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