Did you know that your fingernails can reveal a lot about the state of your health? Did you know that the minute color changes, the small bumps, the lines which appear on your nails etc. can all point to some serious health issues which you may not even have thought of? Well, it is true. Your nails, their shape, and their color give a good indication of how your health is and if you notice carefully, you can avoid a lot of health issues.

Healthy nails are mostly smooth and consistent in color. It is generally free of ridges or cracks and most often they do not even have spots on them. It is not only the color, one needs to pay attention to the texture and thickness of nails as well to see if their health is really as good as they think or if there are signs of trouble.

 White nails

Nails are usually not white in color but if you see that they are turning whiter, you’ll need to pay attention. Whitening of nails indicate problems with your liver. They indicate emerging problems like Hepatitis or Jaundice or something else closely related to your liver. Getting a thorough check-up would be a good idea if you see this change.

Bluish nails

A blue hue to your nails or the emergence of a blue tint on your fingernails indicates problems of oxygen supply to your body. It means that your body parts are not receiving enough oxygen supply. Problems like emphysema could become a concern. It also happens if your lungs are not performing well or if you have heart problems. The emergence of blue color should indicate an immediate lifestyle change and a visit to your physician.

Yellow nails

Yellow nails are somewhat more common than others. It is usually caused by fungal infections and in some cases, it may lead to your nails thickening and crumbling. But, if it not a fungal infection problem then it might indicate some serious issues like thyroid disease, lung disease, or psoriasis.

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