{"id":6242,"date":"2019-05-02T03:10:02","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T03:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=6242"},"modified":"2021-04-01T18:38:49","modified_gmt":"2021-04-01T18:38:49","slug":"14-home-remedies-to-treat-tinea-versicolor-naturally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/14-home-remedies-to-treat-tinea-versicolor-naturally\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Home Remedies to Treat Tinea Versicolor Naturally"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Also known as pityriasis Versicolor, this fungal infection of the skin can develop in anyone, but is most prevalent amongst the demographics of adolescents, teenagers, and young adults. A certain type of fungi are found on the skin\u2019s surface in everyone, and normally this doesn\u2019t cause a problem. If, however, the fungi begin to grow at a rate that is out of control the pigmentation of a person\u2019s skin can be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What tends to occur as a result of this overgrowth of fungi, is changes in the color of a person\u2019s skin, in that it appears darker or lighter than their original skin color. Most commonly found on the back, the chest, the neck, and the upper arms, this condition has been found to affect most parts of the body, varying significantly from person to person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seasonal changes can cause changes in the appearance of the skin color differences, with discolored skin patches virtually disappearing on cold winter days, only to reappear in more hot, humid periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 8 home remedies, to treat Tinea Versicolor naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.     Tea Tree Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A very effective home remedy, tea tree oil<\/a> has anti-fungal qualities at its core. The spread and further infection of the fungus will be prevented by the application of tea tree oil, and recurrence will be made less likely if use is continued. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an added bonus, using tea tree oil to treat this condition can significantly reduce itchiness. The best way to use tea tree oil to treat Tinea Versicolor us to add several drops of tea tree oil to a mixture with 1 tablespoon of either extra virgin olive or even coconut oil. Using a cotton bud or cotton wool ball to apply the oil, gently massage it over the affected area. Once the oil has dried, it can be rinsed off with warm and dried with a hand towel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following this home remedy for even just a few weeks could bring about a significant improvement in the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2.     Coconut Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not just incredibly effective in the topical treatment of Tinea Versicolor<\/a>, the ever-versatile and beautifully textured and scented coconut oil is super adaptive and effective when it comes to tackling pretty much any kind of fungal infection, including Athlete\u2019s foot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The makeup of coconut oil, which includes fatty acids arranged in a medium-chain, allows it to operate as a natural fungicide, which is just what you’re after with a home remedy, something natural. There are two ways in which coconut oil can be used effectively against this fungal infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One method requires the oil to be spread evenly across the affected area, before allowing it to dry on its own. A second option is to mix the coconut oil with a few drops of cinnamon oil before application. 15 to 20 minutes should do the trick before washing the oil off and patting the affected area dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3.     Aloe Vera<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Within aloe vera<\/a>, there is a handy little protein that goes by the name of 14kDA, which holds within it an antifungal property that is so potent it should be given the street name \u2018mushroom master’. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only is the protein antifungal, but it is also anti-inflammatory, meaning it is doubly effective in the treatment of Tinea Versicolor, as it both fights the fungus and soothes any swelling. Whilst fighting the fungus off, it miraculously heals the skin as well. What a superstar of a natural remedy this is. You can either extract fresh aloe vera gel from an aloe vera leaf if you’re feeling especially earthy, or you can mix a few drops of lavender oil with a few drops of aloe vera gel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Either way, apply your preferred variety of aloe vera directly on to the affected area, about 2 or 3 times over the course of a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4.     Yogurt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t just go pouring any old yogurt over your fungus-infected body parts, a little more careful consideration is needed if we\u2019re going to waste food, right? Using plain and unsweetened yogurt <\/a>can be a highly effective cure for fungal infections like this, and it’s natural as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probiotics, present and active in the yogurt work to keep those pesky fungi firmly in its place. Quick recovery of the skin is then promoted, and recurrence is limited for good measure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can bear to do anything other with yogurt than eat it, you need to apply the plain yogurt directly to the skin. Don\u2019t lick it off, despite the temptation, but leave it on the affected area for at least 20 minutes, but the longer the better. Rinse it off thoroughly and repeat as necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If this has put you firmly in the mood for some yogurt, the extra good news is that by eating 2 to 3 bowls of plain yogurt a day, you can help your body fight the fungal infections from the inside as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5.     Oregano Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps surprisingly, you can use oregano essential oil really successfully in your battle against Tinea Versicolor. It\u2019s a really effective home remedy that has to be tried and tested to be believed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most potent antifungal essential oils available, the oregano oil<\/a> will reduce your symptoms as well as tackling the fungi responsible for causing them in the first place. A solution with equal parts oregano essential oil and some olive oil, extra virgin needs to be prepared, before being applied directly onto the affected areas. After letting it do its work for around half an hour, you can rinse it off and dry with a towel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few weeks of this routine, carried out daily should do the trick, and you can even add oregano supplements to your diet, to help keep you fighting the fungus from the inside out. Speak to a nutritionist to see how oregano oil could be added to your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6.     Garlic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aside from the obvious benefits of keeping vampires at bay, garlic <\/a>can come in handy when it comes to fighting the fungal infections too. The antifungal properties mean that the growth of the fungi is actually stopped, as is the itchiness and another couple of symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freshly extracted garlic oil is best if you can handle the smell, and the affected areas need to be covered once daily for a few weeks. 20 minutes each day should do the trick, and a bath or a shower afterward will keep you from smelling like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Consuming raw garlic cloves on an empty stomach is also a good way of fighting the recurrence of the condition, but a garlic supplement might be a more palatable variation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of establishing the correct dosage of garlic supplements, its best to seek the advice of a doctor or a nutritionist, as they’ll be able to provide you with the best information unless of course, they’re a vampire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7.     Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yet another amazing home remedy with which to treat this troublesome fungal infection, apple cider vinegar<\/a> really works wonders. It has antimicrobial properties don’t you know, which helps it keep fungus growth under control and on top of this, it works to prevent any recurrence of the infection further down the line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equal amounts of lukewarm water and apple cider vinegar need to be mixed together, before using a cotton bud or ball to dab the affected area. After 15 minutes, the solution can be washed off, but for optimum results, this really needs to be done on a daily basis for a period of a few weeks or more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another way of utilizing this fantastic home remedy is to stir together 2 tablespoons of unadulterated and unfiltered apple cider vinegar, into a large glass of cold water. Once combined this can be drunk as a supplementation drink twice daily to kick some fungi butt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8.     Turmeric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not all heroes wear capes. In fact, some live on the spice rack. Turmeric <\/a>is certainly a hero when it comes to fighting fungal infections, just as it when it comes to preventing inflammation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Combine turmeric with black pepper for the best results. Those two are the best partnership since Dre and Eminem. Really, the results speak for themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will the real cure for fungus please stand up? If turmeric could stand, it would. Adding 5 or 6 teaspoons of turmeric juice to a large jug of water, one can use the mixture to treat affected areas by pouring the turmeric-infused solution directly onto the skin. This works best on clean skin, so following this procedure after taking a bath is a good idea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A second option is to mix turmeric powder into a paste, using a binding ingredient. This paste can be applied for up to half an hour before being washed off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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