Healthy nails appear smooth, without ridges or grooves. They are uniform in color and consistency and free of spots or discoloration. Ridges or spots in the nail bed can often indicate a nutritional deficiency. Discoloration of the nails, such as a green or yellow color, can be an indication of something more serious, like chronic bronchitis. Like I said in my previous posts, you are what you eat. It shows in your hair, skin and even nails!
Try eating more walnuts and almonds to help maintain better nails. They have Omega-3, which as you know by now is a necessary fatty acid for over all health. Fatty acids in nails makes them stronger as less prone to splitting.
You also want wheats in your diet. Wheats contain iron which is great for healthy nails. You also want to include meat, eggs, dark veggies and legumes into your diet as more source of protein. The more the better, but like everything else, do not overdue it.
Your nails are made up of the same protein found on your skin and hair; keratin. Lack of protein takes away the layers of this protein like an onion. Slowly start to peel it away and your left with virtually nothing, thats why unhealthy nails break so easy. They don't have enough protective layers for strength. It is recommended that women eat, on average, 4-6 ounces of protein per meal. Men need just a bit more at 5-7 ounces.
The point is; eating better not only improves your metabolism and energy, it also improves your appearance such as losing weight and maintaining it at a healthy level, skin, hair and nails!
That's all I have to say for now. When I come across more helpful info, I will not hesitate to share.
Peace!
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