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When I first started going paleo/primal, I had problems with my fingernails being ridged/brittle, and after a coupla months, they were hard as rocks. A validation that I was doing something right if there ever was one. Now, again, they are ridged and brittle (my thumbnails are right down lumpy), though I really haven't changed much in my diet. Any suggestions on what I'm missing / getting too much of? |
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In general, skin and nail health is enhanced by adequate intake of protein, essential amino acids, and essential fatty acids. Some folks take oral fish oil and unflavored gelatin supplements (or bone stock, as Melissa suggests) for their skin, hair and nails. You don't say whether the ridges are vertical or horizontal. Vertical ridges are caused by aging, heredity, and sometimes dryness. When you use a moisturizer or coconut oil on your skin and hands, be sure to massage some into the cuticles and base of your nails. Also, wear gloves when you wash dishes or perform cleaning tasks or other jobs with harsh or drying chemicals ( http://www.buzzle.com/articles/vertical-fingernail-ridges.html ). Horizontal ridges are not always as benign as vertical ridges. They are caused by interruptions in the growth of the nail. This can be caused by physical or psychological stress, trauma, malnutrition, medications (such as chemotherapy), and illnesses (such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis or Crohn's disease). If you have recurrent horizontal nail ridges, you should talk to your doctor about it. Ref: http://www.ehow.com/about_5033525_causes-horizontal-ridges-fingernails.html Other nail changes can sometimes be related to nutritional deficiences or medical conditions. Brittleness can be associated with iron or biotin deficiency, or with thyroid, kidney or circulation problems. Splitting and fraying can be associated with psoriasis, or with deficiencies of vitamin C, folic acid, or protein ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nail_disease ). |
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I would suggest making some high quality bone stock. I hate to suggest it for everything, but it has some many minerals and other healthy factors like gelatin that it is a little magical. All I know is that my fingernails look great and ever since I started doing more bones, they grow like crazy! |
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stephan, at whole health source, made some comments about vitamin k2 strengthening his fingernails [seconded by a commenter], no mechanism specified. |
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Perhaps gluten intolerance was partly at fault for your nail issues, and the avoidance of grain strengthening your nails because you are getting access to nutrients you couldn't get before. I've read that nail ridges of the horizontal variety can be caused by malnutrition. I've had them on some of my toenails forever. Recently I found out I've had celiac and related intestinal malabsorption which means I haven't been absorbing a lot of the nutrients from my food. I've been doing paleo hardcore since I found out but it takes a while for celiac to heal and then even longer for toenails to grow. Will let you know if it ever goes away. |
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I have vertical ridges. I had these before paleo and now they are still there. I don't use gloves or anything while cleaning. I eat homemade bone broth, eat a clean diet, for over a year now. All my systems seem to be working perfectly. So, I think I have ridges due to age because I didn't have them when I was younger. And I never had strong nails, still don't or thick hair. I have perfect skin otherwise. I wish this would change. I will check into the k2 see if that helps. |
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Here are some helpful links: http://www.normanallan.com/Med/askdr/finger.html http://www.drlera.com/health_beauty/nails/nails_problems.htm http://tcmdiscovery.com/2007/7-24/2007724112815.html ...they have a different take on verticle ridges...but you can see which more applies to you. |
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I Think following links will help to remove Fingernail ridges. |
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