Nails symptoms

Nutritional deficiencies resulting from an eating disorder impact almost all areas of the body including the nails. Malnutrition, dehydration, vitamin and mineral deficiencies can cause nails to become dry, brittle and develop ridges.


Keywords: nails eating disorder


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