My fingernails need help!

[YangYang]

I have been on WW for over two years now. I reached goal weight two weeks ago after having lost 145 pounds. I used to have beautiful, long, strong fingernails but since I have been on WW my fingernails split horribly and I have to keep them cut short. Could this be because I have been on a low fat diet? I also don't drink milk. I try to get calcium in other ways but I seldom get even two servings in a day. I don't eat yogurt or cottage cheese, so that's no help. I would appreciate any suggestions. I hate my short, stubby nails! I have been using a Sally Hansen product that helps a little but not much. Don't get me wrong - I'll take the weight loss over the nails any day!

 

[binny]

Hey there! No help here foryour nails but wanted to say WOW!!


CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

 

[BWVDenise]

Omega-3 Complex dietary supplements! I started taking them because they are supposed to be good for the heart, but I noticed that my nails have grown and my hair has gone back to it's original color (it had turned almost black and very dull). I only started using it in January. I've noticed other positive changes as well. Good luck and congratulations to you!!

 

[DznyDreams]

Congratulations YangYang!! To lose 145 lbs is a tremendous accomplishment!!

I don't have any answers for you either. I've always had brittle nails. The only time in my life they were long and strong was during pregnancy. Maybe it is something to do with the vitatmins just as BWVDenise has suggested. I've just started a high-power multivitamin and mineral combo so maybe I'll see some change in the nail department soon.