Brittle nails and hair can be weak, thin, peel or break easily, and/or grow slowly.
Causes
The common condition of brittle nails and hair is often not definitively linked with any known cause.
Most conditions that affect nails are unrelated to nutrition; they are caused by a lack of oxygen associated with lung conditions, haemorrhage due to infection, or inflammation around the nail due to infection. If there is any question about what the problem is, it is important to get a diagnosis from a doctor.
Products that may help
Silica or Horsetail-may strengthen hair
High Potency B Complex-aids healthy skin hair and nails
Evening Primrose Oil-essential fatty acids needed for skin and hair health
Sea Kelp-may aid hair growth
Skin, Hair and Nails Formula-multi vitamin and mineral to aid skin and hair health
Hydrolysed Collagen- may strengthen hair
Dr Organic shampoos/conditioners/hand creams-paraben and SLS free
Blotto-benefit dry skin and hair
Co Q1o -may increase tissue oxygenation
Recommended lifestyle changes
Visit a doctor to find out if your brittle nails and hair are caused by a treatable medical condition or a nutritional deficiency
Include Selenium and Zinc rich foods in the diet to maintain hair and nail health
