Title: 7 Foods That'll Help You Get Gorgeous Nails
Headings: 7 Foods That'll Help You Get Gorgeous Nails
7 Foods That'll Help You Get Gorgeous Nails
Smoother, stronger, prettier nails are just a grocery trip away.

Content: You can improve the way yours look just by eating certain nutrient-rich foods. In fact, doctors often use nails as an indicator of overall health, says dermatologist Dendy Engelman, M.D., an assistant professor of dermatology at New York Medical College. Since your body sends nutrients to your vital organs first, your nails often are the last to get the good stuff—which means if you're malnourished, it’s going to show up on your fingertips. Even if you have a healthy diet, that doesn't mean that your nails will be free from problems like brittleness or a glacial rate of growth, says Engelman. After all, your genetics influence your tips, too. That said, chowing down on foods rich in nutrients that nails love can help get them in their best shape. Here, check out seven foods that will boost your nail growth and strength so you can get your prettiest mani ever. Eggs
This refrigerator staple is full of protein, which is key to growing strong nails, says Engelman. In fact, the nail plate (the hard see-through portion of your nail) is made of protein, says dermatologist Chris Adigun, M.D., assistant professor of dermatology at New York University. Eggs are also rich in B vitamins that are components of biotin, which has been shown to help boost nail growth, says Engelman.