Simple Ways To Keep Your Nails Glowing and Healthy Looking!

Hi everyone! Aging can bring changes, even in places you wouldn't expect - including your fingernails! Similar to the shifts in our hair, as we age our fingernails can go through noticeable changes, typically due to circulation shifts and nutrient absorption. The result? Nails that grow more slowly than when we were younger, a thicker and more brittle nail (or the opposite - a thinner nail that is more prone to split and peel), and even color and shape changes.

The good news is that you can take some simple steps to keep your nails looking great and feeling strong! My latest Fit Over 50: Strong Body Strong Mind magazine has an entire section devoted to lifestyle tips, including nail care. Try these simple way to get your nails growing and glowing! (And for the complete set of nail suggestions, grab your copy of Strong Body, Strong Mind, on newsstands now or available online!)

4 Ways To Keep Your Nails Glowing and Healthy Looking!

1.Protect your nails from water. Too much water exposure can lead to peeling, splitting or breaking nails - especially if you are combining water and cleaning products. A good set of rubber gloves is a must and you will really feel and see the difference after you wash the dishes or clean the house. 

2. Use the proper tools to open things - not your nails! This is the easiest way to break or chip a nail - using it to open a can! I recall listening to a hand model talk about how she never opens a can without a tool... simple words to live by!

3. Moisturize. We all know I love moisturizing - the easiest way to get skin smooth and healthy glowing, this goes for your nails too. Invest in a good nail oil, and apply nightly to clean, dry nails - it will keep your cuticles soft and some formulas contain ingredients to promote strength and growth. Also be sure to drink enough water, as staying hydrated helps to keep your entire system working properly.

4. Eat for nail health. Protein, biotin, iron, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin C are all linked to nail health. Be sure to add foods with these nutrients to your diet! 

If you are worried about your fingernails, talk to your doctor - some underlying health issues can affect your nails. She can help you determine the reasons, and recommend supplements and nutrients that can help! And for more tips on keeping your entire body and mind strong and healthy, pick up your keepsake copy of my Fit Over 50: Strong Body Strong Mind magazine!

Let's live FIT, HAPPY and HEALTHY - together!!

Denise