Weak or brittle fingernails can serve as an early warning for some health problems, such as nutritional deficiencies and diabetes. If home remedies do not improve the appearance of the nails, and diabetes. In this article, we will be looking at the myths as well as the causes of unhealthy finger nails.

Below are Myth About Fingernails

Nail tissue is already dead by the time it is long enough to paint, so painting will not affect growth. It is also a myth that applying vitamins directly to the fingernails can help them grow. These remedies are unlikely to help. At best, they strengthen the fingernails and prevent it from breaking

No specific nail polish, such as a gel or powder, can improve nail health. In fact, some products, particularly those that require harsh method for removal, may have adverse effects on nail health. The acetone that people use to remove gel nails can weaken nails despite the gel polish making them appear strong and healthy.

Causes of Unhealthy Fingernails

Poor health can cause nails to grow abnormally. Some common nail growth issues include:

Changes in colour

Change in thickness or shape

Separation of the nail from the surrounding skin

Bleeding

Swelling or pain around the nails

Slow-growing nails

Slowing growing nails come with age but can also be a sign of illness or nutritional deficiency. They can even be caused by some medications.

 Hormones Affects Fingernails

Hormones also play a role in driving nail growth. Younger people tend to have faster growing nails than older people, and men and pregnant women tend to experience faster nail growth than others. In healthy adults, average fingernail growth is about 3.5 millimeters per month about the thickness of ballpoint pen cap.

Finally, your nails are a reflection of your overall health. It’s important to stick to a healthy diet if you want strong, fast-growing, healthy nails. That involves eating a well-balanced diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean sources of proteins, an adequate amount of carbohydrates, and plenty of healthy fats.

However, sometimes nails used need a little help getting healthier and stronger. That’s where home remedies can help. Remember, you can’t get your nails to magically grow faster and last longer, making them less prone to breakage.