Home Remedies: Fingernails

Since I’ve already brought up toenails, to balance things out I’ll talk about fingernails.

Did you know that the state your fingernails are in can determine another problem you might have? Things like discolorations, ridges, lines and pits can determine something as serious as melanoma or even cardiovascular problems.

In general though, the problems you might find yourself having with your fingernails is just something that can be taken care of easily and from home.

If you’re having a problem with brittle nails, it can be remedied with a simple nightly soaking. Spend at least 20 minutes soaking your nails in plain warm water and follow that up with a good moisturizer.

For nail splitting you’ll want to soak them in water as well. After you’re done, then coat them with olive oil. This will help retain the moisture and keep them softer and more pliant.