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Friday 12 October 2012

Healthy Nails

  • Did you know that your fingernails and toenails can be a sign of a problem elsewhere in your body? Healthy nails are usually pink in color, but their color and texture may vary. may change, which may indicate a deficiency in certain vitamins, minerals, or nutrients. As you keep your nails healthy and strong, you will notice changes in their composition and color. Maintaining healthy nails has dual benefits. Your fingertips and toes are beautiful and can give you clues as to whether there is a problem somewhere else in your body. Most of the time, we don't necessarily think of our nails as an indicator of our health, but we love to dress them up and show them off.
    To begin your quest for healthy nails, start by working on eating healthier foods. You can enjoy your favorite foods, but you should make a conscious effort to eat healthy fruits and vegetables, nuts, fish and eggs, and other nail-friendly foods.

     Enjoy these great foods for healthy nails.
    apple
    asparagus
    brown rice
    cucumber
    egg
    garlic
    grapes
    liver
    nuts
    onion
    salmon
    seed
    soy
    Tuna
    full grain
If you want healthy, strong, and beautiful nails that last a long time, you shouldn't stop dieting. By making a few small changes to your life, you can enjoy beautiful nails without the hefty price tag that comes with going to a nail salon. Avoid biting your nails, polish any rough edges if necessary, and make a few other small changes to get the perfect nails you've always wanted.

 Follow these simple tips to get great nails.
Consume foods containing calcium and zinc. Calcium effectively promotes nail growth. (You know those little white spots that sometimes appear on your nails in odd places? These spots mean you're not getting enough zinc in your diet.) Reduce your intake of sugar and alcohol. Do not use nails as tools. Don't pinch, pull, poke, or pry... Don't bite your nails. Apply nail polish or apply a bitter-tasting liquid to your nails. Such products are specifically designed to help people stop the habit of biting their nails. Do not remove hangnails by pulling. Carefully cut with nail polish scissors to avoid damaging the skin or tissue. Reduce your intake of saturated fat. Make sure you get enough protein.  Take vitamins A, B, C, D, and E regularly and increase the intake. Keep your nails short to prevent them from splitting. Leave the cuticle alone. Moisturize your nails frequently. If you are applying it to your hands or feet, be sure to massage it into your nails a little as well. Reduce the amount of dairy products in your diet. Trim your nails regularly if necessary. After trimming or if your nails break, use an emery board or nail file to smooth out any rough edges. If you want beautiful, healthy nails, you may not have to pay for a trip to the salon. Eat healthier, adopt better habits, and get beautiful nail polish for your at-home manicure. 

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