Coconut oil is a real natural remedy, which is confirmed by a growing number of scientific studies. In addition to being good for the skin, heart and digestion, this powerful oil defeats even fungi.
Fungal infections are particularly annoying because they cause itching and irritation, are difficult to get rid of, and often recur.
Recent research has revealed that thanks to its strong antifungal properties, coconut oil can destroy even serious and life-threatening fungal infections.
A 2007 study showed that coconut oil was very successful in combating the overgrowth and spread of the potentially dangerous fungus Candida albicans.
This fungus is naturally present in our gastrointestinal tract, but in people who take antibiotics for a long time and often, beneficial bacteria are destroyed, which otherwise control the spread of this fungus. Therefore, candida spreads and multiplies uncontrollably and causes infection.
In addition to harmful antibiotics, the weakened immunity, which is a "pain" of many people today, also contributes to the uncontrolled reproduction of this fungus.
And the fact that candidiasis is a very serious problem is shown by the fact that in America it is the fourth most common infection that causes people to end up in hospital.
Uncontrolled spread of this fungus can be a trigger even for the appearance of cancer. Therefore, it is important to act on time to avoid bigger problems.
Coconut has a better effect than drugs
Conventional drugs for fungal infections, such as fluconazole, bring side effects to health. Long-term use of such drugs, namely, creates even more resistant types of dangerous fungi, and in the end the drugs themselves no longer have an effect.
That is why coconut oil, which is completely natural and has no side effects, is an excellent choice in the treatment of fungi.
The good news is that less pure coconut oil is needed to control candida than fluconazole, the conventional drug prescribed for this fungus.
Coconut oil also helps with dermatophytes, a fungal disease that affects the skin, hair and nails. These fungi feed on keratin from the skin and nails.
In addition to consuming coconut oil on a daily basis, it is also very good for skin fungal infections to lubricate the area affected by the fungus.
Application of coconut oil
For skin fungal infections: pour a little pure coconut oil on the palm, rub a little between the palms and apply to the problem area affected by the fungus. You can repeat the procedure several times a day.
For fungal infections in the mouth: shake 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil in the mouth every morning for 5-10 minutes. Then spit out the contents. You should not eat or drink anything for the next half hour.
For vaginal fungal infections: soak a clean tampon in organic coconut oil and insert it into the vagina. Leave on for a few hours, then remove.
When buying coconut oil, pay attention to the fact that it is organic and high quality and 100 percent pure.
In addition to the use of coconut oil, dietary changes are also very important in combating fungal infections - eliminate any form of sugar that fungi feed on and increase the intake of foods rich in probiotics, such as homemade yogurt or sauerkraut.
