Archive for January 3rd, 2010
Nail fungal infection or nail fungus is one of the most common diseases of the finger and toe nails. It is characterized by discoloration and thickening of the nail and crumbling edges. One of the best ways to prevent your nils from suffering from this infection is to ensure that you take care of your nails properly:
- Make sure that you eat the right kind of foods and drink plenty of water. Your nails are one of the first body areas to show signs of dehydration and vitamin deficiency.
- Wear gloves whenever you are doing house chores. This protects them from getting split or broken.
- Nails are not can openers or staple removers. They are not strong enough to do those jobs.
- Massage your nails with almond oil in order to strengthen them and keep them from getting brittle.
- Deep clean your nails by soaking your hands in tepid lemon water for five minutes.
- If you like wearing fake nails, make sure that you allow your nails some time off. Keep in mind that glue can cause your nails to soften and dry out.
- Make sure that you cut your nails straight across. If you want to shape them, make use of an emery board instead.
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