Title: What Vitamins Are Needed for Strong Nails? | Livestrong.com
Headings: What Vitamins Are Needed for Strong Nails?
What Vitamins Are Needed for Strong Nails?
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Biotin for Nails
Vitamin B12 and Nail Health
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Vitamin C and Iron
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Strong, well-groomed fingernails don't just look good — they're also an indicator of good health. Any type of nutrient deficiency can result in nails that are weak, brittle or malformed, but the vitamins for nails that are most important are the B vitamins and vitamin C.
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An adequate intake of biotin, vitamin B12, folate and vitamin C supports the health and strength of your nails. Biotin for Nails
Chances are that you've seen hair, nail and skin supplements claiming to help you grow stronger, longer nails. Most of these include the B vitamin biotin, sometimes in very large amounts. Advertisement
Biotin is a water-soluble nutrient that aids the metabolism of fatty acids, glucose and amino acids, which are crucial for healthy body tissues, including nails. A telltale sign of a biotin deficiency is brittle nails, as well as thinning hair and skin rashes. But, according to the National Institutes of Health, biotin deficiency is rare. In the absence of a biotin deficiency, NIH reports that there is no solid evidence that biotin for nails can improve nail strength. If you have a biotin deficiency, however, your doctor may recommend a biotin supplement. When the deficiency is repaired, you should notice stronger nails.