Someone’s nails can tell a lot about them. If you see someone with discolored and brittle
nails, it could tell a lot about their overall health. Most people would like their nails
to be strong and to grow fast.
Nails are made of protein, or keratin, which is the same as your hair. Overall, fingernails
tend to grow very slow, though not as slow as your toenails. They grow about 1/10th of
an inch each month. This does not include children and pregnant women, whose nails tend
to grow very quickly. Sometimes changes in your body, aging, chemotherapy, medication
and other nutrient deficiency can make your nails grow even slower.
It is important to eat properly and take good care of your nails to ensure their health.
Today we will discuss some additional remedies that you can use to keep your nails healthy
and growing quickly.
1. Coconut Oil Coconut oil is a jack of all trades. That
is, it can help in many areas, including your nails. It contains essential nutrients that
your body needs to keep your nails moist and strong. The oil also helps to strengthen your
cuticles, get rid of hangnails and fight cuticle infections.
To use, make the extra-virgin coconut oil warm and massage it into your hands and nails
each night before bed. You can also soak your nails in the following mixture: ½ cup of
organic coconut oil, ¼ cup honey and four drops of rosemary essential oil. Warm this
mixture in the microwave for 20 seconds and then soak your nails in it for about fifteen
minutes. Repeat this once or twice per week for best results.
2. Olive Oil Olive oil has the ability to deeply penetrate
into your skin and nail beds. Because olive oil contains Vitamin E, it helps your blood
to circulate more efficiently, improves any damaged nails and strengthens your nails.
Just take warm olive oil each night and massage it into your hands and nails for about five
minutes. Then, cover with cotton gloves while you sleep. Repeat this daily for best results.
You can also make a nail soak with warm olive oil and place your fingernails in the mixture
for about 15 to 30 minutes per day. This will help your nails to grow more quickly.
3. Lemons The Vitamin C found in lemons helps your nails
to grow quickly, to remove any stains or discoloration and to give your nails a healthy shine. You
can soak your nails in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Before
placing your fingernails in it, heat the mixture in the microwave and then soak for ten minutes.
You can repeat this daily.
It is also helpful to rub a slice of lemon directly onto your nails for five minutes.
Then, rinse off with warm water. After doing this, apply a moisturizer. Prior to doing
this, ensure that you do not have any cuts or hangnails, or it will sting.
4. Orange Juice Just like lemons, the Vitamin C in orange
juice helps to keep your nails heathy. Orange juice also contains folic acid, which helps
your nails to grow quickly. Take some fresh orange juice and soak your nails for approximately
ten minutes. Then, rinse with warm water and add moisturizer. Do this once per day for
the best results.
5. Biotin Biotin, also known as Vitamin H, is a vitamin
that is essential in nail growth because it helps your body produce keratin. Biotin is
found in certain foods, like eggs, carrots, tomatoes, cauliflower, cucumber, strawberries,
oats and walnuts. It can also be taken as a supplement. However, we recommend always
consulting your doctor before beginning a new supplement, as you do not want to experience
any ill side-effects or complications with any medication that you may be taking.
6. Horsetail Horsetail has been used by the Greeks and
Romans for many, many years for nail growth. This makes sense since it contains calcium,
Cilicia and other essential minerals. To use, add ¾ of a teaspoon of dried horsetail stems
to two cups of boiling water. Cover and allow the mixture to steep for ten to fifteen minutes.
Then, strain and let it cool. Use this mixture to soak your nails for twenty minutes. Repeat
this at least four times per week to see the best results. Horsetail can also be consumed
as a tea once per day and it will help the growth of your nails.
7. Protein As we discussed earlier, your nails are made
up of a type of protein called keratin. So, if you add more protein to your diet, you
will see an increase in your nail growth. If you notice white spots on your nails, or
weakness to them, you may have a lack of protein in your body. In order to rectify this, eat
plenty of meats that contain protein, such as pork, beef, poultry and fish. Leafy greens,
legumes and nuts also contain protein. You can also find protein in powder form that
can be added to milk or yogurt to make smoothies out of. However, be sure to consult your doctor
before adding any protein supplements to your diet.
Other tips: When you are cleaning or using harsh chemicals,
be sure to use gloves and protective gear. Do not bite or scratch your nails, as it can
make them become weak. Cut your nails on a regular basis. Just as
with hair, when you trim your nails, it will stimulate growth.
Always apply a moisturizer, such as petroleum jelly, to your nails and hands to keep them
from getting dry. Let your nails be exposed to sunlight early
in the morning to help your body create Vitamin D, which helps your nails grow.
Exercising will help your blood to circulate and will help your body to speed up processes,
including nail growth. Consult your doctor about adding a multi-vitamin
to your daily regime that can help with the health of your nails.
Do you do any of these tricks to help your nails? Are you going to try any of these remedies?
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