This page will help answer your questions about Brittle and Broken Nails.
What are Brittle Nails?
Brittle nails are a common issue among women. Nails may become fragile and weak, affecting their color or shape.
However, it is normal for nails to become heavier or break easily and become more fragile with aging. Pregnancy can also cause nails to become more rigid or brittle.
What are the causes of brittle nails?
– Anemia (iron deficiency).
– Vitamin deficiency results from not consuming a complete, healthy diet, leading to brittle and fragile nails.
– Poor nutrition, such as a lack of protein, as protein-rich foods like red meat, eggs, and fish help strengthen and maintain nails.
– Regularly removing dead skin around the nails exposes them to fungal infections, as the skin in the surrounding area protects the nail.
– Not moisturizing the nails makes them drier and rougher, which exposes them to breaking.
– Excessive use of strong nail products containing chemicals, such as nail polish and polish remover.
– Aging.
– Skin diseases such as psoriasis and fungal infections.
– Certain diseases like diabetes, hypo or hyperthyroidism, and heart, lung, and liver diseases.
How to deal with brittle nails? Tips to help prevent them.
– Moisturize hands and nails with moisturizing creams.
– Clean and moisturize the area around the nails after removing dead skin.
– Wear rubber gloves when doing household chores.
– Trim nails regularly, as longer nails are more prone to damage.
– Consume a balanced diet rich in vitamins, protein, and minerals.
Here is a beauty guide to help you care for your nails.
When should you see a doctor?
When experiencing redness, swelling, or pain around the skin.
Noticeable changes in the nail shape and color.
Frequently Asked Questions:
I have a habit of nail-biting. How can it be treated?
Nail-biting is an annoying habit that people find hard to break, but there are steps to help you stop it:
– Keep your nails trimmed, as cutting and filing nails prevents the biting habit.
– Apply nail polish. It often has an unpleasant taste that deters you from putting your hands in your mouth and trying to bite your nails.
