Your nails are talking to your body — identify illness through them!

Every day we wash our face, care for our hair, and moisturize our hands. But nails — an important part of our body — are often overlooked. In fact, nails hold a lot of information about a person’s health. Experienced doctors always observe the nail plate during check-ups. Its color, shape, and texture can indicate how internal organs are functioning.

How are nails connected to internal organs?

According to Eastern medicine, each finger is energetically connected to a specific organ:

- Thumb — brain and central nervous system;
- Index finger — lungs;
- Middle finger — intestines, especially the small intestine;
- Ring finger — kidneys and glands;
- Little finger — heart and circulatory system.

Thus, visible changes on fingers should not be ignored.

What do changes in nails indicate?

Slow growth — thyroid gland problems.

Bulging, “watch-glass” nails — chronic oxygen deficiency due to heart or lung diseases.

Concave, spoon-shaped nails — iron deficiency and anemia.

Vertical ridges — digestive system problems.

Horizontal lines — vitamin deficiency or chronic illness.

White spots — lack of calcium and zinc.

Pay attention to nail color changes:

- Pale — symptom of anemia.
- Yellow — liver or circulation issues.
- Greenish — digestive system problems.
- Bluish — low oxygen, heart or respiratory conditions.
- Black lines — serious warning: possible melanoma (skin cancer).

Common nail disorders and their causes

Onychorrhexis (brittle nails): eczema, psoriasis, diabetes, Raynaud's syndrome.

Onychomycosis (nail fungus): discoloration, thickening, separation — requires dermatologist consultation.

Muehrcke’s lines (white horizontal stripes): protein deficiency, liver or kidney disease.

Thick, yellow nails: often caused by fungal infection, psoriasis or chronic bronchitis.

Care and prevention tips:

Wear gloves when using chemicals;
Moisturize nails and cuticles with natural creams;
Prevent vitamin B, iron, and zinc deficiency — eat eggs, fish, nuts;
Be cautious with manicures — low-quality polish damages nails.

In conclusion, nails are not just aesthetic — they are windows into your body’s health. Treat changes not as “decorations” but as messages from your body. Regular care, proper nutrition, and prevention are keys to healthy, strong nails. Remember: health starts with awareness!