Your finger and toenails are fun to paint, but they can also clue you in to undiagnosed medical problems. Just like with
your skin, changes in the
nails can reveal health issues ranging from nutrients lacking in
your diet to early stages of more serious problems, such as cardiovascular disease. In fact, examining the
nails and the nail beds is a standard part of a visit to the dermatologist. ?What you look at is the shape of the nails, the surface of the nails, and their color,? says Ella Toombs, MD, a dermatologist based in Washington D.C. Discoloration and thickening could reveal deeper issues such as liver and kidney disease, anemia, or diabetes, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. (Fight diabetes and lower
your cholesterol with the affordable, effective health hacks in The Doctors Book of Natural Healing Remedies!) Here are
Eight things your nails may say about
your health. Remember: If you're worried about any changes you've noticed, schedule an appointment with
your doctor.
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