Iron deficiency: when oxygen circulation is impaired
Iron plays a key role in transporting oxygen through red blood cells. A deficiency can affect nail growth and cause ridges to appear. Fatigue, pale complexion, dizziness… there are many signs that can accompany this deficiency. It most commonly affects women with heavy periods or people who eat little meat.
A simple blood test can help you take stock before considering supplementation.
Consider fortified foods or appropriate supplements, but always consult a healthcare professional.
Thyroid in Slow Motion: Telltale Nails
The thyroid gland influences nail growth, in addition to regulating our energy and body temperature. If it acts slowly, nails become dry, brittle, and ridged. Unexplained weight gain, feeling cold, low energy… all of these signs, when combined, can raise suspicion.
A simple hormone test (TSH, T3, T4) can provide clear answers.
Chronic stress acts as a silent exhaustor: it depletes nutrient reserves and impairs their absorption. The result? Nails grow more slowly, become ridged, and more brittle. This phenomenon is accentuated if we tend to bite our nails or neglect our lifestyle.
Take the time to breathe, to breathe, to move… your nails will thank you.
Random Digestion: Impaired Absorption
Even with a balanced diet, if the digestive system is impaired, vitamin absorption can be compromised. Bloating, irregular bowel movements, digestive discomfort… are many telltale signs. What if ridges on your nails were a secondary consequence of this internal imbalance?
Focus on fiber, simple foods, and listen to your body’s signals.
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