Natural Health: What can I do to strengthen my brittle nails?

Getting healthy fats into your diet is just as important as nourishing your nails from the outside.
Natural Health: What can I do to strengthen my brittle nails?

Brittle nails can indicate nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, or simply a reaction to detergents or chemicals you use at home or work.

I keep my fingernails cut short, but they are still brittle. A friend suggested getting gel nail polish to strengthen them but I’m not convinced. What natural treatment would you recommend?

Brittle nails can indicate nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, or simply a reaction to detergents or chemicals you use at home or work.

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