Nails have a noticeably pivotal role to play as far as our health is concerned. They tell you a lot regarding your inner health and strength. You can talk so much regarding a person's health just by looking at his/her nails. Please before making any decisions regarding your health by reading this article do consult your doctor. This article is just for your info and please do not utilize this information for self analysis.



The basic objective of nails is to secure our nerves in our fingertips and toenails secure from damage or any injury. Nail is a part of our skin and has no blood in it; it sheds off periodically and is made of a protein called Keratin. We can differentiate the look of nails into three classes:

The color, the shape and the texture of nails

Pay attention to The Nail Colors: The normal color of nails is light pinkish. It can be slightly darker in some people but it's also quite fine. But if this color changes to yellow this is the sign of internal disorders like, respiratory or liver problems. A greenish nail color can be a sign of infection, either in the nail bed or in our system. Discolored nails are the indication of diabetes, hardship, allergies and simple illness. Bluish nails or bluish nail beds warn against lung diseases such as emphysema or even asthma. A simple dark blue streak in the nail can suggest skin cancer. And if there are any tiny black streaks they signal heart trouble. Reddish brown spots demonstrate the deficiency of folic acid and vitamin C or protein.

White lines in or across the nail can signal fever, liver or heart diseases, kidney disorders or more likely a lack of iron or zinc in your diet. A well balanced diet is very essential for a healthy being. Nutrients rich food promises a healthy body. So please keep a watch on your diet. Eat fresh vegetables, drink plenty of water, and make a habit of taking fresh salad with your meals. Minerals, calcium, vitamins all are the vital components of our balanced diet. You all have sometimes noticed white spots on your nails, although white lines can be more sever and are the symptoms of other serious disorders. But white spots show the deficiency of zinc or iron. It is probable that other pointers of zinc deficiency, such as hair loss or a slow immune system, would be present as well. Occasionally, a few white spots on fingernails may signal an allergic reaction to a product used on the nail, such as nail polish, hardener, or polish remover. So rather than worrying about your healthiness you should better consult a doctor who can advise you any good zinc supplements if you want.

Pay attention to Your Nail Shape: We have talked about the colors of nail, now comes the shape of our nails. Nail shape varies from person to person. We also inherit the shape of nails from our parents. But if you feel something not customary about the shape of the nails then this is something about which you should care for. Like most of the times, people notice the curling of nails inwards at the tip. This signals respiratory problems or heart problems. Sometimes nails are raised at the base this can also show trouble with respiratory system. Square, wide nails can tell you about your hormonal unhealth. The deficiency of vitamin B12 causes flat, thin nails.

Speaking Relating To the Characteristics of Nails: The nail texture also reflects so much regarding your health condition. We don't take these changes in our nails seriously but they do show some really conclusive changes in our health. For example, vertical ridges visible on the nail surface are because of the iron deficiency, poor absorption of vitamins and nutrients. They are also the symbols for overall bad health or something serious as kidney unhealth. Bumps on the nail show the pointers of arthritis or developing arthritis. Ridges running horizontally on the nail surface show physical or mental hardship.

So to conclude we can wind up on this note that nutrition performs a premier role in keeping oneself healthy. Nails are made of protein that's why they give warning to us by changing their look. So please do not diagnose any serious ailment for yourself. But do see a doctor if you have any of such pointers.

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