Vitamins to Make Fingernails Stronger

Everyone knows long-term vitamin deficiencies can cause serious health problems, but your body is designed to help you recognize those deficiencies before they cause damage. Brittle or discolored nails are a sign your vitamin levels need attention. Below are some of the vitamins that can help improve not only nail health, but overall well-being.

Omega-3 Oils

• Omega-3 is a type of fatty acid the body needs to regulate heart health and mental function. It also makes your hair and nails look shiny and healthy. Eating foods with flaxseed is a good way to increase your Omega-3 intake. Incorporating more fish into your diet is another way, but if you prefer not to eat more fish, fish oil pills are an excellent alternative.

Vitamin H

• People often talk about vitamins A, B, C, and D, but rarely do they talk about vitamin H (also known as biotin). A deficiency of this vitamin is an extremely rare diagnosis, but adding extra biotin seems to be a good remedy for a host of health issues. For example, oral supplements have been used to treat diabetes and high cholesterol, in addition to promoting healthy fingernails.

Vitamin E

• Vitamin E helps your fingernails look better and grow faster. This vitamin is found in foods like avocados, olive oil, almonds, sweet potatoes, and lettuce. Most people do not get the recommended amount of vitamin E from their diets and it is common for doctors to prescribe a vitamin E supplement.