One day your manicure looks so good, you wonder if you’ve missed your calling as a hand model. The next day, you start to notice that your nails have started to split and peel. What’s going on? “The ...

A lurking health condition may be at your fingertips – literally. Your nails can provide clues to other health conditions, and specialists at MedStar Washington Hospital Center can help with treating ...

Brittle, splitting or soft nails are not only annoying, but can also be a sign that the body and nails need more care, nutrients or protection. The good news: With the right combination of gentle care ...

Q: Is there a correlation between eating avocados and strengthening one’s fingernails? I never had nice fingernails. They were always soft and splitting. About a year ago, I started eating avocados.

Fingernails aren’t just a cosmetic feature; they are a mirror reflecting your internal health. Typically, healthy nails are smooth, slightly curved, and light pink with a clearly defined lunula (the ...