My nails have become so brittle?

My whole life my fingernails have been fine and i have even been able to wear them long with little problem with them breaking. NOW all of a sudden my nails have become brittle and i get cracks in them (to far down to cut so i have to wait till they grow out and they get snagged on everything (hair, clothing, etc...)). Also when i cut them (i use nail clippers not scissors), they seem really brittle and more or less shatter rather than make a nice edge....i'm getting really worried cause i know that dietary deficentcies can cause nail problems but i dont know what to do to fix it! I HAVE been sick for about 2 years now and not eating very well. I might go to the dr about it, but i thought i'd see if there were recommendations here first. Anyone know what kind of supplements might help brittle nails? Thanks!My nails have become so brittle?
Go to your doctor and get a thyroid test done.My nails have become so brittle?
Take biotin, it's over the counter in the vitamin and supplements department of your drug store. It will take a month or 2 for you to see the difference but it really works.


Vets give this to horses to stop their hooves from cracking but of course in much higher doses.
organic herbs
Drink more milk.
simple. gelatin (yes, found in jello)
Dry and brittle nails are associated with iron and zinc deficiency. White spots over your nails may also be due to zinc deficiency. Vitamin C helps the body to absorb iron from plant foods, hence its intake is also necessary. Diet containing foods rich in vitamin C and zinc are equally important in treating fungal infections as well, as both of them improve your immunity level immensely. Optimum quantity of selenium (i.e. foods rich in selenium but not too much of it as it can blacken your nails) are required to avoid formation of ridges or wide bands on the nails. Probiotics 鈥?good bacteria, will help your body to get rid of the fungus and help maintain gastrointestinal and immune health. Omega-3 fatty acids are very effective anti-inflammatories and do a good job if your infection has created soreness around the nails.





Herbal and homeopathic remedies can be a gentle alternative to effectively make brittle nails strong and treat nail fungal infections. Melaleuca laterifolia, also known as Tea Tree Oil has excellent anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and healing properties. The essential oil of sweet-smelling Lavendula officinalis (Lavender) may also be used as it contains active ingredients to soothe the nail, while promoting healthy nail growth.





Other herbs such as Cymbopogon citrates (Lemon Grass) are especially helpful for fungal infections while Syzygium aromaticum (Clove Oil)is considered an excellent antifungal and antibiotic essential oil. These natural ingredients may be used directly on the affected area to target the fungal infection on the spot. There are also herbs which can be taken internally for their anti-fungal and immune boosting properties. These include Pau d鈥橝rco and Calendula officinalis.





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