Weak or Brittle Nails: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You

thin, brittle, and prone to splitting.

Foods rich in biotin include:

Eggs

Almonds

Cauliflower

Cheese

Mushrooms

Sweet potatoes

Spinach

Consistently including these foods in your diet may help strengthen nails over time.

Iron Deficiency

Iron is essential for producing hemoglobin, which delivers oxygen to cells throughout the body—including those responsible for nail growth. Low iron levels can lead to brittle, fragile, or unusually shaped nails.

Iron-rich foods to consider:

Spinach and other leafy greens

Red meat

Lentils and beans

Fortified cereals

If iron deficiency is suspected, it’s importantto consult a