Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that can be a real nuisance. Symptoms include itching, burning, cracked skin, and general discomfort on the feet, especially between the toes.
Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a weak acid with antimicrobial properties. What’s really interesting is that your own body makes it. White blood cells produce hypochlorous acid to fight infection.
So, can this natural antimicrobial also fight athlete’s foot? That’s what we’ll explore in this article, focusing on the question: does hypochlorous acid kill athlete’s foot?