MD Podiatrist Discuss Home Remedies for Athlete’s Foot
Cornstarch, a common kitchen ingredient made from corn, can also treat athlete’s foot by absorbing excess moisture from feet, says Daniel Michaels, DPM. That’s because keeping your feet dry prevents the spread of this fungal infection. If you don’t have cornstarch, you can try drugstore foot powders like Dr. Scholl’s, which can be helpful as well.
Because athlete’s foot is so contagious, it’s important to disinfect items that may be harboring fungi, Dr. Michaels says. To prevent re-infection, it’s always a good idea to disinfect your shoes. One way to disinfect your footwear is with an ultraviolet-C (UVC) light, some of which can kill viruses, germs, and fungi in 15 minutes, says Michaels. These can be purchased at Dr. Michaels offices. “You want to reduce any kind of pathogens or fungal spores that could live inside your shoe.”