Hands are the most visible parts of you, but they also take a lot of abuse. You use them in everyday activity, and yet, they are the ultimate accessory. You must give them the same attention you give your face.

Cleaning agents can be extremely harsh on both nails and hands. The nails when exposed to water swell and then shrink back as they dry. This contributes to brittle nails.

Along with your hand nails are very essential part of your body. You have to take care of nails also.

Before going on the bed, lavish on the Vaseline and then pop on a pair of cotton gloves. Your hands will be incredibly soft by morning.

Get into the habit of wearing rubber gloves when you do any cleaning around the house.

The causes that affects on nail health

Lack of vitamin A and calcium causes dryness and brittleness.

Lack of protein, folic acid and vitamin C causes hang nails.

White bands across the nails are caused by protein deficiency.

A lack of sufficient hydrochloric acid can cause splitting nails.

Insufficient intake or vitamin B12 can lead to excessive dryness, very rounded and curved ends and darkening of nails.

Insufficient zinc can cause development of white spots on the nails.

Cuts and cracks in the nails may indicate a need for more liquids.

Red skin around your cuticles can be caused by poor metabolism of essential fatty acids.

Tips for improving the health of your nails:

Eat a diet composed of 50% fruit and raw vegetables in order to supply necessary vitamins, minerals and enzymes. Eat foods rich in sulfur and silicon, such as broccoli, fish and onions. Include foods rich in biotin such as soy, brewer’s yeast and whole grains.

Drink plenty of water and other liquids.

You may supplement your diet with royal jelly, spirulina or kelp, which are rich in silica, zinc and B vitamins and help to strengthen your nails.

Drink fresh carrot juice daily, this is high in calcium and phosphorus and is excellent for strengthening nails.