Why are my nails brittle?

Answer by  mandown (416)

Nails can become brittle if you aren't eating in a healthy manner. Poor diet will usualyl affect the appearance of not only you hair, skin, but also your nails.

Answer by  Erynn (1651)

The chances are it's a vitamin A or Zinc deficiency - a multivitamin a day should eventually cause them to thicken, however in combination with other symptoms it could even be something more serious. If you have other symptoms like lethargy, you should ask a doctor when you see one.

Answer by  dhuoda (1431)

Do you expose your hands to a lot of water or harsh chemicals? Are you over 45? Age and stress through chemicals or lots of washing can be the cause. There are some more serious underlying causes like thyroid problems or circulatory problems or even lung condiditions but you would have other noticeable symptoms if you had these.

Answer by  Jaquelynne (594)

It is possible that you are low on vitamins and nutrients required to grow strong nails and hair. Also, you may bend and chip your nails more than you are aware of because of daily use of your hands. There are options of stuff to paint on or around your nails to make them grow stronger, or there are supplements.

Answer by  Hiiro (117)

There are a few reasons why you could have brittle nails. The first being that it is caused by trauma, either a physical blow that has injured your phalanges, or that it has been exposed to wet/dry conditions repeatedly. The other is from harsh solvents like nail polish remover.

Answer by  turker68 (93)

There are many causes and reason for nails to become brittle. You may have a vitamin deficiency. Biotin, a B-complex vitamin, is a great supplement for weak, splitting, or brittle nails.

Answer by  amit007 (2)

my nail is brittle because i am not looking after it and i am in the habit of nail eating. i am not having the nutrients required for looking my nail shiny. i am also not polishing my nail for making it shiny and healthy. i am also not having any exercise for making it healthy.