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My nails are horrible!
I'm a 14 year old girl and my nails are disgusting, the white bits are peeling off and it's embarresing too! I cut my nails once a week and I use Avon cream which Is supposed to keep your nails nice but it doesn't seem to work? Is it because I'm not getting enough of something?
Someone please help! I want to have nice nails :)
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It's not a bad idea to make sure you are getting enough iron. Most young females are iron deficient, and one of the places you can see that reflected, is in your nails.
You may also want to stop 'cutting' your nails, as that can start the chips and cracks. Instead, regularly file your nails down. If you want to be really gentle on them, soak your fingertips in warm water for 30 seconds to a minute before filing your nails (you don't want them to be too soft, just a bit softer than usual). If you don't want to stop cutting them entirely, at least go out and buy a brand new and sharp set of clippers.
You could also find a clear, protective polish (or a hardening polish) to put on them. Creams are not always the best - they mainly affect the cuticles, which may help you have healthy nails in the future - but have minimal effect on your existing nail.
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Nails are made up of substance callef Keratin. Try to eat healthy foods and have specific nutrients that can make your nail look nice and strengthen it.
Eat foods with this following nutrients:
1. Protein- green leafy veggies, eat eggs, meats and other foods that are rich of protein. It can make your nail healthier and longer.
2. Iron- if you have curvy and ridged nails it is a sign that you lack of iron. Iron defeciency is called anemia. Eat lots of seafoods especially shellfish. Eat lots of veggies too. And take an iron supplement. (ferrous sulfate).
3. Zinc-A lack of zinc in your diet could be the reason your nails are weak or not growing. It’s also a lack of zinc that can cause the white spots many of us notice on our nails. If you have any of these issues, it’s time to eat more of this important mineral. Oysters are rich in zinc, as are pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, lamb, beef, and oats.
4. Biotin
The B-vitamin Biotin promotes healthy cell growth and helps the body metabolize protein-building amino acids – all good things when it comes to helping nails grow stronger and healthier. A supplement is the easiest way to get Biotin into your diet, especially when you consider that you have to take it regularly to see results. But if you prefer to get your vitamins the natural way, you can find Biotin in foods like swiss chard (a top source), eggs, wheat germ, whole grains, and salmon.
I hope this help.
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Try eating more vegetables and fruits and less junk food. In the mean time if your not happy with the way your nails look try nail polish, nail strengthners that will help and it will look pretty :)
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