I recently noticed that my big toenails are always peeling, like an onion, even though I paint my toenails regularly. Does anyone know what this is? Is it a mineral deficiency? Is it because they are always painted? How do I cure this?
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PEELING OR SPLINTERED NAILS
Nails which seem thin or brittle or peel away easily are usually the result of an inadequate diet.
CAUSES
Inadequate diet.
Poor digestion.
Constipation.
SYMPTOMS
Nails which appear layered.
Nails which peel away in layers.
Brittle nails that break or chip easily.
TREATMENT
An inadequate diet is the most common cause of brittle nails and therefore, easy to treat. Adding more protein and calcium to your diet will help to strengthen undernourished nails and Nail beds. Using a vitamin and mineral preparation formulated to rebuild strong nails is an excellent treatment, as well. Those with digestion trouble, including heartburn, constipation or irritable bowel syndrome, may have significant trouble with brittle nails. Adding extra nutrients to the diet and a doctor approved vitamin and mineral supplement works well with most patients.
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Good luck and best wishes.
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Thin, peeling nails means your body is running short of zinc. You should incorporate more legumes, beans, mushrooms, brewer's yeast, and whole grains into your meals.
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