Specialists in gerontology, Dr. Vladimir Khavinson and Dr. Svetlana Trofimova, have announced that the condition of a person's nails reflects a lot about their health. The experts point out that doctors usually pay attention to the condition of a patient's nails, as they are an indicator of aging, similar to hair and skin. By the age of forty, the texture, thickness, and strength of nails change, their growth rate slows down, and signs indicating various diseases may appear.
The grooves that appear on nails suggest a disruption in the body's metabolic processes, a deficiency of minerals or vitamins. Possible causes include age, side effects of medications, cardiovascular issues, or following an extreme diet. General recommendations in this case include consuming magnesium and B vitamins (found in oatmeal and kidney beans), as well as iron (found in beef liver).
On the other hand, brittle nails may be caused by fungi or bacteria, or by endocrine disorders (such as thyroid diseases or diabetes), low hemoglobin levels, or gastrointestinal diseases. According to the experts, nutritional sources for those suffering from nail peeling include rye bread (Vitamin B3), walnuts (Vitamin B6), eggs (Vitamin B7), bell peppers (Vitamin C), sunflower oil (Vitamin E), and cod liver (Vitamin D).
The appearance of white spots on the nails indicates a deficiency of Vitamin A, as well as nervous exhaustion, sleep disorders, adherence to extreme diets, and poor nutrition. Recommendations in this case include consuming foods rich in Vitamin A, such as butter, parsley, pumpkin, and chicken liver, as well as Vitamin C (found in bell peppers and lemons).
