A nail is a horn like envelope covering
the tips of the fingers and toes in most primates and a few other mammals.
Nails are similar to claws in other animals. Fingernails and toenails are made
of a tough protective protein called keratin. This protein is also found in the
hooves and horns of different animals. The nail plate is the hard part of the nail made of translucent
keratin protein. Several layers of dead compacted cells cause the nail to be
strong but flexible. Its shape is determined by the form of the underlying
bone. In common usage the word nail
often refers to this part only. In humans nails grow at an average rate of
4 mm 0.13 in a month. The longest female nails to ever exist measure
a total of 601.8 cm. Fingernails require 3 to 6 months to regrow completely and
toenails require twelve to eighteen months. Actual growth rate is dependent upon
age’ sex’ season’ exercise level’ diet’ hereditary factors. Contrary to popular
belief nails do not continue to grow after death the skin dehydrates and tightens
making the nails appears to grow. Healthy nail growth reflects the state of your
overall health. Nails are made
of the same protein called keratin. Fingernails grow faster than toenails, although growth is still very slow. On average fingernails grow about 1-10 of an inch each month. Dry nails are brittle nails.
To reduce splitting and breaking’ rub a moisturizing cream or olive oil into
the cuticles daily. Petroleum jelly or a thick, greasy hand lotion that seals
in moisture should do the trick as well. Consider biotin supplements. Nails are made out
of protein, so the first thing you can try is adding more to your diet. Eat lean poultry’ fish’ beef’ pork’ as well as spinach and other
vegetables that contain protein.
Shape and care for your base. In order to grow you nails long and strong
you need to start with a proper base. Care properly for your cuticles. Soak
your nails in warm water for 5 minutes to loosen your cuticles. Prepare a nail
soak with 2 tablespoon of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Slightly
heat the solution in the microwave and then soak your nails in it for 11
minutes. You can also rub a slice of lemon on your nails for 6 minutes then
rinse them with warm water. Pat dry and apply a moisturizer. Nails often reflect
our general state of health.
Changes in the nail such as
discoloration’ thickening can signal health
problems including liver and kidney diseases, heart and lung conditions’
anemia’ diabetes. Even the growth rate of your nails may give clues about your underlying health. Regular nail care results in healthy nails. Try
Biotin. Enjoy Polish. Moisturize
Cuticles. Keep Nails Trimmed. Clean With a Nail Brush. Wear Dish Gloves. Care
for your cuticles. Avoid using harsh polish. Seek out alternatives. Buff
instead of color. Choose a good remover. Make a natural nail strengthening
treatment. Eat well. Because of
their length longer fingernails can harbor more dirt and bacteria than short nails thus potentially contributing to
the spread of infection. Infections of the fingernails or toenails are often
characterized by swelling of the surrounding skin, pain in the surrounding area
or thickening of the nail.
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