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Michelle
IP: 152.163.188.70
5/02/2003
13:13:10 |
 Subject: Nail Curling
Message:
I have a serious problem with my nails curling. They don't even get long at all before the sides start curling down. Some nails curl worse than others. It looks really bad, I don't know what to do, or why they do this. I've looked everywhere for info. It's funny when I am in the shower they straighten out and look so pretty. But as soon as I get out, they start curling again. Can anyone help?! Thanks
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L.J.
IP: 216.144.4.201
5/05/2003
19:03:22 |  RE: Nail Curling
Message:
Dear Michelle:
Abnormalities or changes in your nails oftentimes are based on nutritional deficiencies or unfortunately underlying conditions or disorders. Downward-curved nail ends may simply be the result of a vitamin B-12 decificency or may be giving off underlying warning signs of impending heart, liver or respiratory problems. It's advisable to seek medical attention if you suspect any symptoms.
Also, B-12 or iron(anemia)deficiencies can cause "spoon" nails (i.e., concave-shaped nails) or vertical ridges. White spots come from a zinc deficiency. Brittle, dry nails lack vitamin A and calcium. Very rounded, darkened, upward or downward curled nails, again, lack B-12. Insufficient protein, folic acid and coral calcium-magnesium-D3 result in hangnails and stunted nail growth. Splitting, chipping, peeling, cracking or easily breakable nails lack sufficient hydrochloric acid (HCI), minerals and protein.
Try taking a multivitamin daily along with added B-12 and vitamin A (the body can't utilize protein without it) in the recommended dosage amount given on the label of the bottle. Flora by Floradix is probably good, too, in the best vitamin-herbal blend for effective iron absorption (but don't take it unless anemia is diagnosed by your physician). Lastly, borage and silica help with maintaining healthy skin, hair, bones and strong nails.
Maintain a healthy diet: fresh fruits and (raw to lightly-steamed) vegetables, including melons, blueberries, kiwi, grapes, raisins, bananas, pineapples, and broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, salad, spinach; protein in the form of eggs (the yolks --- if your cholesterol levels are normal), fish (salmon, tuna [albacore], mackerel, sardines), chicken, turkey, oatmeal, whole grain bread and cereals, peanut butter, Brewer's Yeast, wheat germ, soybeans, legumes (peas, beans), nuts and seeds. As always, again, it never hurts to consult your physician first.
And don't forget to drink plenty of water. My best to you!
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David
IP: 216.119.137.173
10/22/2003
12:16:43 | RE: Nail Curling
Message:
I just had back surgery august 18, 2003 my surgeon was checking me out before surgery, he is a very well know surgeon and is the assistant proffesor @ baylor college of medicene, he was asking me questions and writing then he said let me see your hands, I did he said curling of the nails, I said what does that mean? He said in my case it is caused from COPD from smoking.
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