Do you suffer from cracked fingernails? Do you have white lines or dots on your nails?
Unfortunately, the causes can be very varied. But the good news is that you can usually fix them relatively easily.
White dots on your fingernails? That doesn't have to be the case!
In most cases, the white spots are caused by a zinc deficiency. So you are either consuming too little zinc or you are eating too much sugar, which 'robs' your body of zinc.
The solution is therefore more zinc or less sugar :-)
Why are beautiful nails important?
Your fingernails have many functions: You use them as tools, for example when you want to open a can. They also help you scratch yourself. Fingernails serve as a protective shield for our fingers against infections and injuries.
Naturally beautiful and healthy fingernails signal that everything is fine with your body and they are a must in the beauty routine for many women. The reason for this is that fingernails are constantly visible in everyday life.
Brittle and torn fingernails?
Not only do they look unsightly, they can also be very annoying. For example, if you keep getting caught in your new knitted sweater. Brittle nails are often caused by a lack of nutrients. Zinc, biotin, selenium, pantothenic acid and/or L-histidine are often lacking.
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Care tips for beautiful fingernails
take breaks from painting
Many conventional nail polishes contain ingredients that are harmful to natural nails. Give your nails a break every now and then so they can regenerate. When buying nail polish remover, make sure it is free of acetone.
Avoid artificial nails
Artificial nails made of gel or acrylic can conceal unsightly, brittle nails well, but they put a lot of strain on the natural nail. The horny layer suffers and becomes much more susceptible to infection. In the case of a fungal infection, it remains undetected under the artificial nails.
Olive oil nourishes the nail
Olive oil contains vitamin E, which supports blood circulation and the regeneration of damaged nails. To do this, apply a few drops of olive oil to your fingernails and hands. After gently massaging, leave on for around two minutes and then rinse with warm water.
Nutrients for beautiful nails
If you eat a healthy and balanced diet, you increase your chances of maintaining or supporting beautiful nails. The following vital substances in particular can support the maintenance and growth of beautiful nails: biotin, zinc, selenium, pantothenic acid.
These vital substances will help you:
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biotin
More information about biotinBiotin is one of the water-soluble vitamins of the B group. Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and hair and is considered an all-round talent for beauty from within.
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zinc
More information about zincZinc is an essential trace element for the body and contributes, among other things, to the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails.
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selenium
More information about seleniumThe selenium content of food depends largely on the selenium content of soil and animal feed. Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails.
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vitamin C
More information about vitamin CVitamin C is an essential nutrient that is important for physical health. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the skin and contributes to normal collagen formation.
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barley grass
More information about barley grassBarley grass is very rich in vitamins and minerals and is considered a green superfood. It can have a positive effect on hair and nail growth.
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pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
More information about pantothenic acidPantothenic acid is a component of enzymes and is therefore contained in all living cells. It can support the renewal of the skin surface and the growth and pigmentation of hair.
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L-histidine
More information about L-HistidineL-histidine supports the availability of zinc in the body and can, among other things, contribute to the formation of proteins and is also involved in other metabolic reactions.
