As much as we enjoy talking about nail polish and art, it’s vital to know when our bodies are changing and what that might imply for our health.
Is there anything else we should keep an eye out for?
Nails that are peeling off
Poor nutrition is the most common cause of peeling nails, rather than underlying health issues. An iron shortage may manifest itself in the form of peeling toenails. Your iron levels may be improved by increasing your iron intake (red meat, lentils, spinach, quinoa, biotin supplements).
Over-washing your hands or removing artificial nails are two more causes of peeling nails.. Moisturizing consistently will assist to prevent this peeling from occurring on the surface.
Nails in a shade of yellow.
They’re more prevalent than you would think, for a number of reasons. To begin with, a yellow tint in your nails might be the result of a darker lacquer staining your natural nail. As a result, we emphasise the significance of applying both a base coat and a top coat throughout your manicure in order to prevent this from happening!
A nail infection may also cause yellow nails. An foul odor and flaking may accompany a fungus infection. Due to the breakdown of sugar and its influence on the collagen in your nails, diabetics are more susceptible to fungal infections. Supplements such as Vitamin E or tea tree oil might be helpful if you’re worried about your health.
The best way to avoid bacterial and fungal infections is to trim your nails often, keep dirt away from beneath your nails, wear fresh socks, and wear ventilated shoes.
Lines of Black
Splinter hemorrhages, which are inflamed blood vessels beneath the nail, may appear as black lines on your nails. Multiple occurrences are possible, and they may appear brown or dark red. If your finger gets stuck in a door or you smash your finger on something, you’re more likely to have a nail abrasion. Fortunately, this tends to fade and grow out with your natural nail over time.
Melanoma, a rare type of skin cancer, may be diagnosed by looking for a dark line running vertically down your fingernails. In comparison to a splinter hemorrhage, this one usually has a much thicker line. To be on the safe side, I’d suggest seeing your doctor if you see any black lines on your nails.
Nails with Dimples
It is possible to get dimpled nails, or ridges in your nails, later in age, which may extend from the tip of the nail to the cuticle. In the absence of further symptoms, they are considered to be non-life-threatening. Slower cell turnover may be to blame for these symptoms. Vertical ridges may indicate iron insufficiency in certain cases.
For those with ridges on their nails that run horizontally, it’s time to be concerned. People who suffer from liver illness and psoriasis may also have thyroid issues. It’s important to see a doctor if the ridges emerge rapidly, are pigmented, or are horizontal.
Spots of white
If you see white patches on your nails, you may be suffering from a mineral shortage. Zinc insufficiency or calcium deficiency may be the cause of this. As a result, you should be increasing your intake of zinc and calcium. Calcium is mostly found in dairy products, although vegans and vegetarians need not be concerned. Green leafy vegetables, fortified drinks, and even milk substitutes like almond and soy are all sources of vitamin C.
Red meat, chickpeas, almonds, whole grains, and milk products are all good sources of zinc. Both minerals may be found in supplement pills as well. White patches may also be caused by allergic responses, nail damage, or a fungal infection, among other things.
Fingernail Moons
At the base of our nails, near the cuticle, most of us have faint, half-circles. The latin term ‘Lunula,’ meaning “small moon,” is the inspiration for these “fingernail moons.” This is really adorable! If you don’t have them, then they’re most likely buried deep inside your body. Only if they become red and you suffer dizziness, anxiety, or lightheadedness, or if you lose or gain weight along with the color change, should you seek medical attention.
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