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Fingernail health can be an indicator of how healthy you are overall. Eyes might be windows to the
soul, but fingernails are definitely a reflection of what going on inside our bodies. They can indicate
if there's something wrong with us, often before we can even feel any symptoms.
Hydrate and add oils Use creams, oils and ointments on your nails everyday after they've been wet.
My favorite is good old Bag Balm with it's wool alcohol (aka lanolin). Some of my other favorite
hydrating ingredients for nails are Shea Butter, Jojoba oil, avocado oil, or other rich natural oils. The
thicker the cream the better, and oils or ointments are best. The trick is to use something that stays
put for awhile and doesn't just rub off right away. Plus, you always moisturize skin and nails
immediately after water exposure; applying moisturizers to dry nails is a waste of time. Do it as often
as possible.
We are going to outline the important steps to take for beautiful, long, strong fingernails. This won't
happen overnight, as it takes a full six months for a fingernail to grow from cuticle to tip. So much
for the instant fix, although if you do have a very bad split or tear, I have found the best solution is to
take a teabag, cut a piece of it to shape over the split or tear, use a dab of miracle glue and then
polish over it. Many times it will last until the split or tear grows out - how about that for an instant
cure?
Malabsorption Sometimes our bodies may inadvertently work against us. If you are taking care to
eat plenty of protein, calcium and vitamin rich foods, but your fingernails are still displaying deep
ridges it could mean that your body is having nutrient absorption issues. If this is the case, it is
important to consult a doctor to find out what is going on. It's important to find out what exactly is
causing your malabsorption because you may need medical treatments. 46 yrs old Medical
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Another great diet tip for people who are looking to grow strong nails naturally is to make sure that
their diet contains plenty of vitamin C rich foods. A deficiency of vitamin C may contribute to the
development of hangnails and ingrown toenails. Vitamin C also increases iron absorption from foods.
To enhance the beneficial effects of vitamin C, combine foods rich in this important nutrient with
foods that contain vitamin E, another key vitamin for healthy nails. Vitamin E promotes the
circulation of the blood that carries oxygen to the nail beds , which in turn boosts nail growth.
Vitamin C and vitamin E protect each other and are more effective when consumed together.
Most people who have psoriasis of the nails also have skin psoriasis (cutaneous psoriasis). Only 5%
of people with psoriasis of the nails do not have skin psoriasis. In people who have skin psoriasis,
10%-55% have psoriasis of the nails (also called psoriatic nail disease). About 10%-20% of people
who have skin psoriasis also have psoriatic arthritis , a specific condition in which people have
symptoms of both arthritis and psoriasis. Of people with psoriatic arthritis, 53%-86% have affected
nails, often with pitting.
Nail diseases and disorders are different from skin conditions. The conditions affecting the nails can
occur due to a bacterial or fungal infection. 43 year-old Public Relationships Professional Peter
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Sterkfontein.It may also be due to a trauma affecting the nails. These trauma include nail-biting,
removal or rubbing of the skin more than the normal visible area of the nail. Frequent exposure to
nail polish or moisture can also cause the nails to become brittle. A fungal infection causes the nails
to change color, texture as well as shape. In case of a bacterial infection, the nail and surrounding
areas become extremely painful and turn green in color.

Apply a layer of body scrub to exfoliate your skin. It

will rid the skin's surface of any dirt or oil residue
and removes the uppermost layer of dead skin cells,
while effecting the secretion and production of the
body's natural oils. It also prepares the skin to
effectively absorb or react to products utilized in
other treatments. Exfoliation helps stimulate and
circulate lymph fluid, which aid in the elimination of
toxins, while also serving as a stimulating massage
and improving blood circulation.
Other ways to improve fingernail health are quite
simple. Wash the hands regularly, and apply
moisturizer morning and night to the hands, nails,
and cuticles. Do not pick or bite the nails; this can
cause the nail and the cuticle to tear, which could
cause infection. Finally, if you notice marked changes
in the health of your fingernails, and it does not
improve, it may be necessary to visit a dermatologist
to rule out any underlying medical causes.