Imagine that the composition of your plate can also have beneficial effects on your darling nails! If you want to try something other than classic beauty products and do some good for your nails, the following list is for you. In this article, the nail expert Maryton will explain everything to you!
You will need to eat foods rich in:
Antioxidants
The role of antioxidants will be to protect your cells from aging and free radicals (produced during certain familiar situations: breathing, smoking, infections, inflammation, stress, sun exposure, exposure to pollutants, excessive food intake) which are harmful to your body.
Some antioxidant foods: grapes, mango, melon, grapefruit, carrots, red fruits, beets, red cabbage, peppers, eggplant.
Minerals: zinc and iron
Zinc will participate in the creation of proteins and therefore keratin for the nails. Some foods rich in zinc and iron: oysters, seafood and meat.
Iron is an essential element for nail growth. Indeed, an iron deficiency leads to the risk of cracked and concave nails. Vegetables and oilseeds (lentils, beans, lamb’s lettuce, spinach, etc.) also contain iron, but this will be less easily assimilated by your body. For optimal use, they must be consumed with foods rich in vitamin C which will help their absorption.
Vitamin B
Speaking of vitamins, the B vitamin family plays a vital role in the production of keratin and therefore helps you have beautiful nails.
Some foods rich in B vitamins: cheese, nuts, almonds, meats, tuna, salmon and eggs.
Last but not in the least, you will also need invest a complete manicure kit to take care of your nails while enjoying yourself.
Read also: Choosing The Shape Of Your Nails
