How to Cure Athlete's Foot With Vitamins

Athlete's foot can be painful and uncomfortable, so quick cures are key. The condition, caused by a fungus, grows in damp places and is highly contagious. Since your body will naturally fight the fungus, vitamins can be used to boost your immune system to cure athlete's foot.

Instructions

1. Take vitamin C. Boosting your immune system will help your body fight athlete's foot and you can do that by taking vitamin C. You might want to take smaller doses several times a day. Large doses can cause diarrhea.

2. Take vitamins A,B,D and E. These vitamins will help balance your overall health and work to help your immune system. Vitamins A, B and E help promote healthy skin.

3. Take Zinc. Zinc will specifically help your body fight fungal growth. Taken along with the other vitamins will keep athlete's foot away.

Tips & Warnings

• It might also help to avoid certain foods, like yeast products. They promote the growth of fungus.

• You should also avoid direct contact with damp areas that can carry the fungus, such as showers, swimming pools or locker rooms. Keep your feet dry. Fungus grows in damp areas. Wear open toed shoes or sandals as much as possible and make sure to keep your shoes and socks dry.

• While antibiotics are prescribed to fight illness, they can also can kill good bacteria. If you're susceptible to athlete's foot, take vitamins while you are on antibiotics, so that you have a lower chance of recurrence. Taking Vitamin B and eating yogurt can specifically help in this area.