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You take care of the rest of your body, right? Well your nails are important, too! Nails are an extension of our skin. They are produced by living skin cells in the fingers and toes….and they reflect our personal habits and overall health. Many health conditions can be detected by changes in the nails. Your doctor probably examines them for evidence of underlying conditions without you even realizing it.
Did you know the outer portion...called the nail plate...is made up mostly of keratin, a protein, which is also found in our hair and our skin? Here are some other interesting tidbits... Nails grow faster in the summer than in the winter. Men's nails grow faster than women's (except during pregnancy and later in life when growth increases). The nails on the hand you write with grow faster. The longer the finger, the faster your nail grows. After an illness, your nail growth increases. Malnutrition, crash dieting or eating disorders can affect your nails. Your nail growth rate is affected by condition, hormone imbalance and aging. Nail disorders make up about 10 percent of all skin conditions. The condition and color your nails may indicate an underlying condition/illness, so it is important to remove nail polish and check your nails periodically, particularly before your annual checkup so your doctor can examine your nails for signs of anything. Color or shape changes, swelling of the skin around the nails, white lines, ridges or dents in the nail that don't go away or nail pain are things that you may want to discuss with a physician. Taking care of your nails... Often, nail disorders are caused by poor nail care. Follow these simple tips for healthy nails: Keep your nails clean and dry so bacteria and other infectious organisms don't collect, particularly if you wear artificial nails. Don't wash your hands excessively, however. This could lead to dry and brittle nails. Be sure to rinse off any soap after washing. Wear rubber gloves when washing dishes or using household cleansers, disinfectants or other chemicals. Use moisturizing lotion regularly. Do not bite your nails. It's a sure way to transfer infectious organisms from the fingers to the mouth and vice versa. It can also damage the skin surrounding the fingers, allowing infections to enter and spread. Cut your nails straight across, and keep them slightly rounded for maximum strength. Use a fine nail file or manicure scissors to keep your nail edges smooth. This will avoid catching rough ends on clothing. Soak your toenails in warm salt water if they are thick and hard to cut. Do not dig out ingrown toenails, as it can cause an infection. See a doctor. Tell your doctor about any changes in your nails. It could be a sign of a health problem. The best advice? An overall, healthy diet and lifestyle...for your body and for your nails. What is best for your whole body is good for your nails, too! Discuss Add this link to... Bury
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